When does the Repair Café take place

On Friday, May 29, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Senior Citizens' Office Nord, Gerther Straße 20, 44805 Bochum.

Does participation cost something

Entry is free; repairs are done for free in the spirit of helping each other. Donations are generally welcome.

Is the event barrier-free

Yes, according to the organizer, access is barrier-free. There are short paths and support on site.

What should I bring to repair

Bring the defective device, if available power supplies, accessories, spare parts, and user manual. Please prefer clean, non-hazardous items.

Do I need to register in advance

Pre-registration is not required; there may be waiting times. Arrival and process are organized on site.

Which items are preferred to be repaired

Small electrical devices, lamps, household appliances, simple textiles, and everyday items. Please do not bring hazardous materials and heavily soiled devices.

Repair instead of throwing away: Repair Café Gerthe sustainably enlivens Bochum’s north, with community and coffee

Name: Repair Café Bochum Gerthe
Start: 2026-05-29T16:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-29T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Seniorenbüro Nord

Repair instead of throwing away: The Repair Café in Gerthe makes it possible

On Friday, May 29, 2026, the senior citizens' office Nord in Bochum-Gerthe will once again transform into an open workshop: At the Repair Café Bochum Gerthe, you can repair defective everyday items together with volunteer experts – free of charge, in solidarity, barrier-free, and with coffee and cake in a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.

Collaborative tinkering – the event atmosphere

Screwdrivers click, soldering irons glow, conversations arise: The audience atmosphere thrives on togetherness. The event experience focuses on resource conservation and exchange – here, cooperation matters more than a throwaway mentality. Whether toaster, lamp, headphones, or rolling suitcase: Bring your favorite piece and experience how knowledge, patience, and the right guidance bring things back to life.

Well organized: This is how the Repair Café works

From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, helpers will check your devices, advise on repairs and accompany the work steps. Coffee and cake sweeten the waiting times. The focus is on helping people help themselves – a practical approach to target group outreach that strengthens community and reduces waste.

What you should bring

Bring the defective device, any accessories, spare parts, user manual, and some time. Clothing and textiles with simple seams can often be repaired quickly; smaller electrical devices are particularly suitable. Please come with clean, non-hazardous items.

Barrier-free arrival, stay relaxed

The event location is barrier-free accessible. The Repair Café takes place regularly on the last Friday of each month – a reliable point of contact in the neighborhood. The local organization ensures clear processes, short distances, and a pleasant stay quality.

Sustainability you can touch

The format strengthens repair culture, prolongs product life cycles, and conveys repair knowledge. From the perspective of event management and planning, the Repair Café impresses with its low-threshold access, volunteer expertise, and strong community ties.

Conclusion

Experience vibrant repair culture in Bochum-Gerthe on May 29, 2026: learn together, achieve tangible successes, and feel good when everyday items work again. Come by, bring your defective item – and become part of the movement for repairing.