Colindale Fixathon joins world record attempt
Barnet Climate Action Week begins October 10 with a focus on repair and reuse.
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Barnet Climate Action Week commences on October 10, featuring a London-wide initiative to set a world record for the highest number of household items repaired within a seven-day period. As part of this, a free Fixathon will take place at Cultivate Colindale between 11am and 3pm.
Volunteers at the Fixathon will assist residents in repairing small electrical appliances, textiles, and bicycles. This initiative is part of a broader collaboration involving several London boroughs, including Brent, Camden, Hackney, and Islington, who are collectively aiming to establish a new repair record during Circular Economy Week and International Repair Day.
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Community Involvement and Support
Councillor Alan Schneiderman, Cabinet Member for Environment & Climate Change, highlighted the event's significance. He stated that Barnet Climate Action Week offers a platform to acknowledge existing positive actions within the borough and to encourage greater resident participation. Cllr Schneiderman noted that the Fixathon exemplifies how straightforward actions can yield substantial benefits, enabling individuals to save money, minimise waste, and extend the lifespan of their possessions.
The Fixathon will also feature a market for second-hand bicycles. All revenue generated from this market will be donated to Cycle Sisters, an organisation that supports Muslim and ethnically diverse women in taking up cycling. This event builds upon Barnet's established repair and reuse programmes, which have previously organised eight Repair Cafés across the borough over the past year.
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Councillor Schneiderman further encouraged residents to explore the various opportunities available during Climate Action Week. He mentioned activities ranging from repairing and reusing items to engaging with local nature and biodiversity projects, urging everyone to discover and participate in events happening in their vicinity.
Additional Events and Registration
Beyond the Fixathon, the week's schedule includes a community gathering at St John's URC, a Tiny Forest community day, a borough-wide initiative for donating school devices, and a screening of 'The People’s Emergency Briefing' at The Phoenix Cinema. Other planned activities include a Dollis Valley Community Harvest Day and nature-focused events at Burnt Oak Brook and Stephens House & Gardens.
Residents interested in participating in any of these events can view the complete programme and register their attendance via the official Barnet Council website at barnet.gov.uk/BCAW.
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+When does Barnet Climate Action Week begin?
Barnet Climate Action Week begins on October 10. The week includes a variety of community events and a London-wide attempt to set a world record for household item repairs.
+What is a Fixathon and where is it held?
A Fixathon is a free event where volunteers help repair household items like small electricals, textiles, and bicycles. In Colindale, it will be held at Cultivate Colindale from 11am to 3pm on October 10.
+How can residents find out about and register for events?
Residents can view the full programme of events for Barnet Climate Action Week and register their participation on the Barnet Council website. The relevant web address is barnet.gov.uk/BCAW.
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