Volunteers will help with broken appliances, bicycles and clothing on November 14th – Foodsavers will distribute rescued food
A broken toaster, a dull pair of scissors, or a bicycle that no longer runs smoothly: many items end up in the trash, even though they can be repaired with a little DIY skill. At the next Repair Café organized by the Weiterstadt Volunteer Agency (WEA) on Saturday, November 14, 2026, visitors can have their broken everyday items fixed. Volunteer helpers will be on hand at the Weiterstadt Civic Center from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. In addition, food rescuers will be distributing food free of charge that would otherwise be thrown away.
Help with bicycles, electrical appliances and clothing
Under the motto "Repair instead of throwing away!", the Repair Café offers support for a wide variety of problems.
The volunteers help with the repair of bicycles as well as small electrical and mechanical appliances. Damaged toys and other everyday items can also be brought in.
Anyone with a dull pair of scissors or a knife can also bring it to the Repair Café. The volunteers offer knife and scissor sharpening services.
Furthermore, support is available for sewing work. For example, damaged garments can be repaired.
Support also available for computer problems
The services offered include not only repairs but also help with computer problems.
This includes, for example, difficulties with software updates or other technical questions related to the PC.
The Repair Café thus provides a point of contact for people who cannot solve minor problems with their devices themselves and need support.
The main focus is on the idea of using existing items for as long as possible and conserving resources through repairs.
Food savers distribute rescued food
Another offering complements the Repair Café on November 14th: Food rescuers, so-called Foodsavers, will distribute food free of charge that would otherwise be disposed of by supermarkets.
The event thus combines two aspects of sustainability: the longer use of everyday objects and the avoidance of food waste.
Visitors can find out about the food rescuers' services and take food with them free of charge.
Coffee and cake invite conversation
In addition to the repair services, the social aspect should also not be neglected.
Coffee, tea, cold drinks and cake will be available during the event. This will allow visitors to use the time to chat with each other and meet new people.
The repair café is therefore not only a place to take broken items, but also a meeting place for people who are interested in sustainability and community engagement.
Services are free – donations welcome
All services offered by the Repair Café are free of charge. Only necessary replacement parts must be paid for.
However, the Weiterstadt Volunteer Agency welcomes voluntary donations to support its work.
The most important data
What: Repair café with free food distribution
When: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 2 PM to 5 PM
Where: Bürgerzentrum Weiterstadt, Carl-Ulrich-Straße 9, 64331 Weiterstadt
Organizer: Weiterstadt Volunteer Agency (WEA)
Repair services: bicycles, small electrical and mechanical appliances, toys, knives and scissors, sewing services, and help with PC problems
Additional offer: Free distribution of rescued food by Foodsavers
Refreshments: Coffee, tea, cold drinks and cake
Cost: All services are free; only spare parts must be paid for
Donations: Voluntary donations for the work of the volunteer agency are welcome
(WEITERSTADT – RED/PSW)
