Funded by Beyond the Page, Madison Public Library is host Care & Repair. The series runs August 18th - November 9th and focuses on exploring the intersection of community mending, upcycling, repair, and the rich history and tradition surrounding it.
Upcoming Events in this Series
Is your Big Bossy missing an ear? Lambie sprung a stuffing leak? Pato the Duck have a hole in his wing? Christina can help you learn to visually mend your most precious stuffed friend…
Sam and his dad Chick will share about their 3,600 mile journey from Oregon to New Jersey on bicycles. Over 42 days, they pushed through harrowing weather, crossed mountains, and stopped at lots…
Learn simple hardwood chair repair! In this class Sylvie will walk through the basics of chair structure, talk about why different parts fail, and demonstrate how to make simple repairs…
Is your Big Bossy missing an ear? Lambie sprung a stuffing leak? Pato the Duck have a hole in his wing? Christina can help you learn to visually mend your most precious stuffed friend…
In this class, you will learn about the traditional Korean patchwork technique, Jogakbo. With a traditional Korean fabric, Nobang, you’ll learn to make a colorful butterfly using a hand…
Learn simple hardwood chair repair! In this class Sylvie will walk through the basics of chair structure, talk about why different parts fail, and demonstrate how to make simple repairs…
In this program, you will learn how to visibly mend clothing with holes using patches and embroidery floss. Visible mending is an ornamental approach to repairing an item. Rather than…
Learn simple hardwood chair repair! In this class Sylvie will walk through the basics of chair structure, talk about why different parts fail, and demonstrate how to make simple repairs…
THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED. Another class has been added on September 21, 2024 from 10am -12pm.
Is your Big Bossy missing an ear? Lambie sprung a…
So many home repair projects begin and end with one easy-to-use, yet intimidating power tool - the drill. Demystify drills and drivers in this beginner class where you’ll learn the basic…
Past Events in this Series
Repairing stretchy fabrics can be a challenge - leggings, activewear, running tights, sweatpants, etc. Textile artist India Johnson will do a demo on fixing these tricky fabrics both by…
Stop by to have your items repaired. Menders will be available on site to help repair items, and teach basic mending skills.
Do you have clothing or other fabric…
In this class, you will learn about the traditional Korean patchwork technique, Jogakbo. With a traditional Korean fabric, Nobang, you’ll learn to make a colorful butterfly using a hand…
Location: The Black Business Hub, 2352 S. Park St, Madison, WI, 53713
It’s getting colder, and winter will be here before you know it! At this class we will discuss…
Stop by to have your items repaired. Menders will be available on site to help repair items, and teach basic mending skills.
Do you have clothing or other fabric…
Is your Big Bossy missing an ear? Lambie sprung a stuffing leak? Pato the Duck have a hole in his wing? Christina can help you learn to visually mend your most precious stuffed friend…
Little, medium and big geniuses wanted!
Let’s explore our challenges and discover ways of caring for our environment while we put hands on reclaimed materials to build…
Interested in starting a mending project, or simply want to learn more? Join Bird Ross to learn more about what it takes to start a mending program. Participants are welcome to arrive early and…
So many home repair projects begin and end with one easy-to-use, yet intimidating power tool - the drill. Demystify drills and drivers in this beginner class where you’ll learn the basic…
Three local bike organizations are coming together to offer minor bike repairs during this 3-hour clinic. Bring your bike, and drop in for this informative session on bike maintenance.…