Taking something to the Fix-It Workshop? The West Seattle Tool Library runs it on Wednesday evenings at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, and the next one falls on Wednesday, September 23 from 5:30 PM. Camp West is 1.12 miles away at 4539 California Avenue SW, which makes it a straightforward dinner once your repair is done.
Plan your evening around the workshop
The workshop runs from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Bring tools, appliances and small electronics, and the volunteer repairers will work through it with you rather than take it away. It is free, though donations are welcome.
There are limits on what can be looked at: pressure vessels, refrigeration systems, firearms and high voltage equipment are all out, and anything you bring has to be a reasonable size to carry in. Here is the route from Camp West to the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center.
Getting to the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Youngstown is at 4408 Delridge Way SW, east of the Junction. From Camp West it is 1.12 miles, a five minute drive across on SW Genesee Street or a half hour walk. There is parking at the centre and on Delridge Way.
Your evening at a glance
- 5:30 PM: the workshop opens at 4408 Delridge Way SW.
- 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM: repairs, with tools and help provided. Free, donations welcome.
- After 7:30 PM: drive back across to the Junction, about five minutes.
- From 8:00 PM: happy hour at Camp West runs to close on Wednesdays.
Camp West serves until 9:00 PM on Wednesdays, so there is room for dinner after the workshop as well as before it.
What to order afterwards
An evening spent bent over a broken lamp earns something substantial.
- To share: Delmonico Steak Bites, Italian Herb Chicken Fillets or Arancini.
- Mains: the NY Strip Steak, the Steak Tip Fettuccine or the Camp West Burger with tots.
- Dessert: tabletop S’Mores, or the Dubai Chocolate Torte.
The dine in menu marks gluten free, vegetarian and vegan dishes. Camp West is 21 and over.
About the Fix-It Workshop
The West Seattle Tool Library lends tools to members and runs the Fix-It Workshop as a free repair clinic, with the aim of keeping things out of the landfill. The West Seattle Blog listing carries the current week and the full list of what cannot be brought in.
Reserve a table
The form below suggests table times for the same day. Pick a later slot if you are coming after the workshop rather than before it.
Reserve a table at Camp West for another night.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Camp West from the Fix-It Workshop?
1.12 miles. The workshop is at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, 4408 Delridge Way SW, and Camp West is at 4539 California Avenue SW.
Does the Fix-It Workshop cost anything?
No. It is free, and donations are welcome.
What can I bring to be repaired?
Tools, appliances and small electronics of a reasonable size. Pressure vessels, refrigeration systems, firearms and high voltage equipment cannot be worked on.
Is Camp West open after the workshop finishes?
Yes. The workshop ends at 7:30 PM and Camp West serves until 9:00 PM on Wednesdays.
Is Camp West all ages?
No. Camp West is 21 and over. The workshop itself is open to everyone.