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Fixit Clinic

As part of Carlsbad’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, Fixit Clinics play a vital role in promoting environmental responsibility within our community. These events are designed to encourage reuse culture and empower residents by providing the skills and support needed to repair broken items instead of discarding them. 

By hosting Fixit Clinics, the City of Carlsbad aims to:

  • Reduce waste: Repairing items instead of throwing them away helps minimize landfill waste and conserves valuable resources.
  • Promote reuse: Encouraging repair over replacement aligns with Carlsbad’s sustainability goals, contributing to a cleaner and greener community.
  • Empower residents: Through hands-on guidance and expertise from volunteers, participants gain practical repair skills and confidence to tackle future fixes.
  • Help residents save money: Fixing items you already have means you don't have to buy new ones. Give your favorite things a new life and keep your wallet happy.

Upcoming events

Attend an upcoming Fixit Clinic to learn how to repair and maintain your items.

Fixit Clinic: Sustainable Holidays

Join the City of Carlsbad for a special holiday-themed Fixit Clinic and repair event! Bring your broken, non-working items—electronics, appliances, computers, toys, bicycles, clothes and more—for assessment, disassembly and possible repair. Our team will provide workspace, specialty tools and guidance to help you troubleshoot and repair everyday items. Even if we can't fix your item, you’ll learn about how it was made and works.

In addition to our regular Fixit Clinic services, enjoy these holiday-themed activities to make your season more sustainable:

  • Holiday décor swap: Exchange decorations to refresh your collection without buying new.
  • Broken lights collection: Responsibly dispose of broken holiday lights.
  • Furoshiki gift wrapping: Try a reusable, eco-friendly method for wrapping gifts.
  • DIY candle holder craft: Create festive taper candle holders using upcycled bottles.

More information and registration: events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic_carlsbad

Fixit Clinic and Repair Event
Saturday, Dec. 7
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cole Library
1250 Carlsbad Village Drive
Register online

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How to participate

Ready to join us at a Fixit Clinic? Register for an upcoming event and secure your spot. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn repair skills and contribute to a sustainable Carlsbad!

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