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Repair Advice Workshop with Fixit Clinic @ South San Francisco Public Library
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Repair Advice Workshop with Fixit Clinic @ South San Francisco Public Library

Find your DIY community at the Library! Repair-inclined neighbors will meet in the Makerspace to informally troubleshoot, disassemble, and diagnose broken things together.

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8 Ways to Reduce Waste This Holiday Season

Each year, over 25% more waste is generated during the holiday season, adding 1 million tons of trash per week…
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2026 Earth Month Events

Happy Earth Month! As we step further into spring, the month of April reminds us to celebrate our…
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Climate Action in Your Kitchen: How to Prevent Food…

Think back to your last trip to the grocery store: maybe you purchased some more veggies to try out…
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