The City’s Environmental Affairs Committee is planning its biannual Fix‑It Fair on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Casey Community Center. Community members are invited to bring broken personal items—such as toasters, bicycles, lamps, textiles, and more—to be repaired for free.

Finalized fix areas for this event will be published around April 24.

**Seeking Volunteer Fixers**
Are you good at fixing things? We are seeking volunteer “fixers” with experience in:

Small appliances
Lamps
Jewelry
Textiles/Clothing
Tool Sharpening
Knife Sharpening
Bike Repairs
Computer Diagnostics
If you have repair skills not listed above, we encourage you to share them! We are always looking to expand our repair categories.

Fixers will receive basic appointment information up to two weeks before the event and must bring their own tools. The City will provide:

Basic repair materials and disposables
Work tables and repair space
Opportunity to advertise your repair business
Coffee, beverages, and a hot boxed lunch
Hold harmless waiver
If you are interested in volunteering as a fixer, please contact environment@gaithersburgmd.gov.

** Seeking Volunteer Event Organizers **
Are you passionate about sustainability and community building? Join us as a Volunteer Event Organizer and help bring the Fix‑It Fair to life! Organizers support planning, logistics, and day‑of coordination for this unique event where residents bring broken items to be repaired for free—helping reduce waste and strengthen community connections.

Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in event planning and coordination while making a meaningful impact.

If you are interested in volunteering as an event organizer, please contact Environmental Specialist Gita Lekhram at environment@gaithersburgmd.gov.