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Sustainable Saturday Returns August 20 with Focus on Repairs
Melrose event will feature demonstrations of repair techniques, local resources, and free quick bike tune-ups.
Repairing an item is one of the best ways to reduce environmental impact.
For the next Sustainable Saturday, Zero Waste Melrose will share resources and information to help people repair and reuse non-working items.
Featured resources will be:
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- Visible mending: An artsy sewing technique that's an easy fix to repair holes or cover stains.
- Multimeter demo: Wondering whether a lamp or electronic items can be fixed? Try a multimeter test.
- Bike maintenance: The Melrose Ped & Bike Committee will do free 15-minute bike tune-up/safety checks. Walk-ups are welcome but sign-ups are encouraged. Sign-up here.
- Tips to find local repair resources.
The event is August 20, from 10 am - 12 pm at the Melrose Family YMCA Courtyard at 497 Main St. Melrose MA 02176.
