Join us at MakeHaven for an exciting evening dedicated to Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and community-driven technology! This meetup is part of a global celebration marking forty years of software freedom, hosted in partnership with the Free Software Foundation (FSF) and sponsored by PrivacySafe, a New Haven-based company committed to private, secure, and anonymous technology built entirely with FOSS.

You are registering for a specific time slot for the Pilot Community Repair Fair.

If this specific time slot is marked as 'Full' you have two choices:  

• Join a Waitlist for this slot (which is not guaranteed to open) , or
• Select a currently open time slot, on the main Pilot Community Repair Fair Information Page where all available slots are listed.

Got something broken? Don't toss it, let's fix it together!

MakeHaven is excited to host our Pilot Community Repair Fair, a hands-on event focused on empowering you to repair your beloved items! 

We're thrilled to partner with the Yale Engineering, whose talented student volunteers will be on hand to share their skills and guide you through the repair process.

How It Works: The "Fix-It Clinic" Model

What to Expect

Expect a mix of approachable instruction, real-world examples, and simple analysis exercises to help you practice what you learn. The instructor will guide you through reading stock charts, understanding market terminology, and interpreting the broader economic signals that influence trading decisions.

Skills You’ll Acquire

What to Expect

We’ll cover everything from market psychology and brand-building to pricing strategies and personal motivation. Through guided discussions and real-world examples, you’ll work through how to find your niche, define your “why,” and stay ahead of the curve with a strong brand identity and clear communication.

Skills You’ll Acquire

What to Expect

We’ll start by taking apart a desktop tower, identifying components like the power supply, motherboard, and storage drives, and walking through safe troubleshooting practices. Then we’ll move on to laptops, where things get a bit more compact and delicate. Everyone will get hands-on time working on either a desktop or laptop, with guidance throughout.

What to Expect

Participants will get familiar with MakeHaven’s die press cutter and explore collage techniques to create unique greeting cards and envelopes. You’ll work with a curated collection of upcycled materials—but you’re also welcome to bring your own stash of interesting papers to personalize your designs. Each participant will leave with a finished set of ten handmade cards and envelopes, ready to mail, gift, or keep.

Skills You’ll Acquire

No matter your skill level, this is a space to get inspired, swap tips, and enjoy the creative process together. Join us for some fun, fresh ideas, and great company—because art is better when shared.

What to Expect:
Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to create pens from start to finish. Over the course of the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to make 3 custom pens—perfect for yourself, family, or friends. Using a specialist pen lathe that is both safe and easy to operate, you'll be guided through the entire process without needing any prior woodworking experience.