2026-02-12 19:59 UTC
At my library's repair cafe as a volunteer.
It's the first time they're running it and they're hoping to do this regularly.
I came in thinking I would help with computer troubleshooting... but they have enough people doing that.
So I figured I could help with Linux OS install... but the local Linux Install Party is here and has enough people.
Then a guy brought in a bicycle! And no one is here doing bike repair. But I brought my allen wrench set and a multitool.
So I just got done running and installing a new bicycle brake line on an older bike. Brake works just fine now!
I'll bring my full set of bike tools next time!
#solarPunk #repairCafe #bicycle #libraries
Replies (2)
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@da5nsy@social.coop 2026-02-13 13:02
@tinker@infosec.exchange sometimes, just sometimes, I feel like humanity is actually doing OK ✨
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@elight@tenforward.social 2026-02-12 21:34
@tinker@infosec.exchange Sweet! We've had one in Takoma Park a few times now. Going there for my busted pressure cooker, I found that I know a little more than enough about electronics to be dangerous but probably just shy of enough to help people with them for most cases. I suspect that would be me across most fields save for programming. Jack of all trades...