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3rd annual
Saturday, May 2
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

River’s Edge Sports Complex - North

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From Tinkerers to Rethinkers, Rethink Reuse Repair Fair 2026 on May 2 brings together the ingenuity of vendors who specialize in repairing and reusing objects.

Extending the lifespans of our possessions reduces waste as well as environmental impacts. So before you throw an object away... rethink, reuse, repair! Repair Fair vendors will teach you how!

 

Repair Fair vendors help repair materials onsite or provide the contacts and resources for future repair services. There also are demonstrations, so visitors can learn how to repair and upcycle things on their own. 

Additional attractions include food trucks and a Kid's Tent with cardboard construction materials.

 

The Rescue Mission will host a Take It or Leave It Tent. Please follow its guidelines for donating clothing and household items. 

What to Bring: Ideas, Questions, and...

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Items for Repair

  • Bicycles

  • Shoes

  • Jewelry **

  • Clothing, pillows, blankets, curtains, etc.

  • Musical instruments

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Items for Reuse

  • Knives for sharpening **

  • Eyeglasses to help others

  • Items with life left for Take It Or Leave It Tent​

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Items for Recycling

  • Glass

  • All plastics (#1-#7, including Styrofoam)

  • Electronics (working or not)

  • Small appliances & other e-waste

** PLEASE NOTE - Some vendors, including food vendors, will offer merchandise and services for a fee.
Bring some cash just in case.

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Take It or Leave It

Bring unwanted clothing and household items with some life left in them for the "Take It or Leave It" Tent. Items under the tent will be free for the taking. Items not re-homed by the end of the day will go to the Rescue Mission. Donated items should follow the Rescue Mission's Donation Acceptance Guidelines

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Kid's Tent

This is a family-friendly event, and kids will have their own tent where they can create using tools for cardboard construction.

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Figuring It Out

Young minds are eager to learn about rethink-remake concepts.

We're excited about our 2026 lineup of tinkerers and rethinkers!
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Urban Reblok'd will be there to take all of your clean #3-#7 plastics, Styrofoam, broken small appliances, and e-waste to be repurposed into building materials and other products.

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Bring your glass for recycling! Chaos Corner repurposes unwanted items and uses them in smash and paint splatter rooms. These dynamic and interactive settings create empowering solo adventures or unforgettable group experiences. And now the Chaos Corner mobile unit can bring the party to you.

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Too Many Books

Located in Grandin Village, this five-star seller offers stacks of hardcover and paperback books.

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Tidy is ensuring that all bases are covered with a well-outfitted portable restroom, that includes a handwashing station and a toilet. 

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An affordable alternative to regular retail shopping as well as a source of free clothing for qualifying families in need. Directly benefits the work of the Rescue Mission Ministries.

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AnyEdge Sharpening will sharpen any items you need on site.

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Nature's Trade Recycling will be accepting unwanted, outdated, and broken electronics, along with hard-to-recycle plastics (#3-#7), including expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam); and glass.

Recycling responsibly is Nature's Trade Recycling's mission. Services include weekly recycling pickup and junk removal.

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James Breakell Repair

If you break it, chances are you don't have to buy a new one. If James Breakell can't fix it, he can point you in the right direction.

James is the go-to guy for repairing stuff. Come see him for onsite repairs and guidance on bicycles, jewelry, car stuff, and more.

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Windows and doors are created from recycled wood. Also able to set up free in-home consultations for a price for new windows and doors.

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3D-printed crafts: keychains; stickers; sun-and-moon, glow-in-dark dragons, bats and cats; butterfly hair pins; fidget bats; bobble heads; dragon spinners; and more! The business is planning on recycling its plastic filament and using a "pultrusion" device for recycling PetG Bottles into usable filament and rope.

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Delicia's Gourmet Ice is a healthy alternative to traditional summertime treats. Several flavors will be available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Better Building Works offers comprehensive, third party energy audits (to help people reduce their energy and water use) while also improving indoor air quality and harnessing tax credits. 

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Make Roanoke will conduct a bike maintenance workshop, and do onsite shoe repair and minor musical instrument repair. If they can't fix it, they will provide guidance on where/how it can be fixed.

 

MAKE Roanoke is a non-profit makerspace, run entirely by volunteers. It features a wood shop, metal shop, fiber arts studio, 3D printing, laser cutting, and electronics lab.

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These specialists in leather, plastic and vinyl repair keep all kinds of items out of landfills. The completely mobile husband-and-wife team also does light upholstery, such as bar stools, restaurant booths, and dining room chairs, saving customers time and money.

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Nightfall Handmade

Bring beloved items made of fabric and in need of repair, such as clothes and homeware, like pillows and blankets. Sewing services will be provided.

Nightfall Handmade makes and sells goods made of reclaimed materials, like blue jeans and T-shirts. Featured merchandise at Repair Fair includes: hanging towels, keychains, dog bandanas, and bags.

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors

Grant support for this event is provided by:

Additional support is made possible by:

Clean Valley Council’s mission is to encourage environmental stewardship and lead the way towards a sustainable tomorrow by educating and inspiring those around us.

Serving locations in Virginia's Roanoke Valley - City of Roanoke, Roanoke County, City of Salem, Town of Vinton and Botetourt County

While we are typically available Monday-Friday, our work often takes us away from the office. Please call or email us to set up an appointment.

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(Inside Heights Community Church)

Roanoke, VA  24015

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T: (540) 345-5523

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