Auckland Library of Tools

Community Organisation

Auckland Library of Tools
21 Newton Road
Grey Lynn
Auckland 1010
10 days ago

Painting touch-ups at Repair & Share repair café this Saturday!

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

Painting touch-ups with popular artist Jan Alldritt-Miller at Repair & Share this Saturday Sept 21!
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Artist Jan Alldritt-Miller will be back at Repair & Share this Saturday from 11-2 offering *painting touch-ups! Bring your old heirloom piece or cool new op-shop … View more
Painting touch-ups with popular artist Jan Alldritt-Miller at Repair & Share this Saturday Sept 21!
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Artist Jan Alldritt-Miller will be back at Repair & Share this Saturday from 11-2 offering *painting touch-ups! Bring your old heirloom piece or cool new op-shop find to the repair café at Auckland Library of Tools for a little TLC.

Also this week: Sewing, electronics and general repairs, as well as delicious Kokako Organic Coffee and home baking!

More details: www.facebook.com...
Thanks Auckland Council, Repair Cafe Aotearoa NZ and Hackland for making it all possible.
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
www.repaircafeaotearoa.co.nz...
hackland.nz...
www.aucklandlibraryoftools.com...

*paint touch-ups only, no mark removals or frame repair, though frame repair might be possible with one of our general repairers.

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27 days ago

Free Knife Sharpening Workshop in Grey Lynn

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

Auckland Library of Tools in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa are excited to bring you the next in a series of repair and maintenance workshops every first Thursday of the month at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT!

Thursday September 5 will be a free hands-on knife sharpening … View more
Auckland Library of Tools in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa are excited to bring you the next in a series of repair and maintenance workshops every first Thursday of the month at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT!

Thursday September 5 will be a free hands-on knife sharpening workshop! So gather up your dull knives and come on by to sharpen your skills and your knives with us.

Swap knowledge, tips and tricks, stories, and elbow grease with your neighbour and improve your skills, while extending the cutting lives of your knives. Bring appropriate tools if you have them, or use the tools available in house. There will be nibbles and tea on hand, but contributions of food and beverage are very welcome. The vibe is relaxed, and social. Teens are welcome to participate, with an accompanying adult. We also have a play area for kids and there will be a couple of toddlers around as playmates!

RSVP appreciated. There will be a brief introduction and meet and greet at 6pm followed by a knife sharpening demonstration. Then our sharpener will assist guests with the sharpening of their own knives. Going to be late? No problem! Late-comers welcome.

Getting here:
Bus stops on Ponsonby Rd (InnerLink, 20, 105, 106, 866), Great North Rd (11T/W, 18, 20, 195), and Karangahape Rd (WX1)
We are also near the northwestern cycleway.
Limited free parking is available next door or on side streets. There is no parking in front of ALoT/Hackland.

These workshops are part of the Repair & Share project, a weekly repair cafe hosted by ALoT, RCANZ, and Hackland and supported by Auckland Council.
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Special thanks to:
aucklandlibraryoftools.com...
www.repaircafeaotearoa.co.nz...
hackland.nz...
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

If you would like to help out at any of our workshops or repair cafes, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You do not need repair skills to get involved! Send us a message or fill out the volunteer form below, and mention Repair & Share on the form.
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61 days ago

Mending circle and sewing workshop this Thursday! All ages

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

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Auckland Library of Tools in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa are excited to bring you the third in a series of repair and maintenance workshops every first Thursday of the month at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT!

Thursday August 1 will be a clothes mending … View more
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Auckland Library of Tools in collaboration with Repair Cafe Aotearoa are excited to bring you the third in a series of repair and maintenance workshops every first Thursday of the month at Hackland Makerspace, just behind ALoT!

Thursday August 1 will be a clothes mending circle and workshop, no skills necessary. Come join in the fun of repairing your own clothing with a group of others doing the same. Swap knowledge, tips and tricks, stories, and thread colors with your neighbour while extending the life of your beloved garments, soft toys, bags, and more. Sewing and mending experts will be on hand to help with techniques and give advice. Bring appropriate tools if you have them, or use the tools and sewing machines available in house. There will be nibbles and tea on hand, and contributions of food and beverage are very welcome. The vibe is relaxed, and social! All ages, with a play area for little ones.

Getting here:
Bus stops on Ponsonby Rd (InnerLink, 20, 105, 106, 866), Great North Rd (11T/W, 18, 20, 195), and Karangahape Rd (WX1)
We are also near the northwestern cycleway.
Limited free parking is available next door or on side streets. There is no parking in front of ALoT/Hackland..

Thank you for reducing landfill waste by considering ways to keep your household items going longer!

If you would like to help out at any of our workshops or repair cafes, please don’t hesitate to get in touch! Send us a message here or email our coordinator at brandy.repairandshare@gmail.com.

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63 days ago

Free Repair Café, Every Saturday at Auckland Library of Tools!

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

"Repair & Share" free Repair Café
This Saturday, and every Saturday!
11am - 2pm
Auckland Library of Tools/Hackland Maker Space
12 Newton Rd, Grey Lynn

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Today we are fixing small electronics, wooden items, clothing, soft toys, bikes and general repairs. … View more
"Repair & Share" free Repair Café
This Saturday, and every Saturday!
11am - 2pm
Auckland Library of Tools/Hackland Maker Space
12 Newton Rd, Grey Lynn

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Today we are fixing small electronics, wooden items, clothing, soft toys, bikes and general repairs. Have something weird that doesn't fit in a category? Try us!

Hang out, have a chat and enjoy a fresh-baked snack and a tea or a cup of freshly brewed coffee from Kokako Organic Coffee. Koha is welcome for refreshments and for our lovely volunteers.

Once or twice a month we also offer home electrical appliance repairs, when our electrician is with us. Watch the ALoT Facebook page or the Repair & Share event discussion for announcements!
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Getting here:
Bus stops on Ponsonby Rd (InnerLink, 20, 105, 106, 866), Great North Rd (11T/W, 18, 20, 195), and Karangahape Rd (WX1)
We are also near the northwestern cycleway.
Limited free parking is available next door or on side streets. There is no parking directly in front of ALoT/Hackland.

Some things to note:
∙ One item at a time please. You are welcome to bring a second item, and can check in that item after your first piece has been assessed/repaired.
∙ Make sure to come early, so you can get your item registered in time.
∙ We don't work with microwaves.
∙ We do not do clothing alterations, only repairs and mending jobs.

If you would like to help out, we'd love to hear from you! We need skilled repairers, reception, photography and story-finding, cafe help, baking, first aid and more. Send us a message to find out how you can help!
brandy.repairandshare@gmail.com

See you Saturday!

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78 days ago

Carpet Cleaner now available at Auckland Library of Tools!

Amanda Chapman from Auckland Library of Tools

🫧New item alert! 🫧
The Bissell Big Green Carpet Cleaner has arrived at the Auckland Library of Tools. Members can borrow this for just $20 for 4 days! Other places charge $39 for 4 HOURS! You'll have plenty of time to steam your carpets, couches, car & rugs!
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🫧New item alert! 🫧
The Bissell Big Green Carpet Cleaner has arrived at the Auckland Library of Tools. Members can borrow this for just $20 for 4 days! Other places charge $39 for 4 HOURS! You'll have plenty of time to steam your carpets, couches, car & rugs!
www.aucklandlibraryoftools.com...

ALoT is a volunteer run, non-profit organisation with over 260 active members,1500 items and a Repair Cafe EVERY Saturday! Come and visit us!

Auckland Library of Tools is located at 21 Newton Road, Grey Lynn

Open Tuesday 5.30pm - 7.3pm, Thursday 5.30 - 7.30pm, Saturdays 10.30am - 1.30pm. Repair & Share Repair Cafe open 11am - 2pm.

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