What's Right To Repair?

Right to Repair is a movement that pushes to require manufacturers to provide the parts, tools, and manuals needed to fix their products. 🛠️

This ensures that you and independent shops have the freedom to repair your own devices instead of being forced to use expensive, manufacturer-authorized services. By making repairs more accessible, this movement saves consumers money and helps reduce electronic waste.

While Colorado is currently a national leader, there's some recent events that are challenging the movement in our state. Check out our friends at Eco-Cycle and CoPIRG to learn more about how you can help the state of repair in CO!

Volunteers Wanted! May 17th Repair Fair

We are looking for more volunteers to add to our May 17th Repair Fair!!

Seeking Clothing Menders, Small Appliance Tinkerers, Bicycle Technicians, and General Event Helpers.

Our Mending Circle is also open for more volunteers: Clothing Menders, Darners, and Crafting Enthusiasts.

To learn more & sign up, contact amanda@denvertoollibrary.org

First Friday Craft Parties! Every Friday this Summer

We’re trying something a bit different for First Fridays of 2026 - Craft Parties!

Celebrate First Friday with the DTL community during the Santa Fe Art Walk! Join us every month this summer from 6pm – 9pm for a night of music, drinks, and creativity.

Bring your current project to work on or participate in our "Bring Some, Take Some" supply swap to refresh your materials stash. It’s a great chance for members, volunteers, staff, and anyone interested in the DTL to hang out, make friends, and craft together.

No registration required - just stop on by!

HAPPY 11th BIRTHDAY, DTL! 🎉

Did you know that over 50 folks have applied for financial assistance at the Denver Tool Library just since January 1st this year? 

We believe that access to tools, skills, and creative space shouldn’t depend on how much money you have in the bank. To celebrate 11 years, we have a big ol’ April goal: fund 100 memberships this month for community members who need them.

To help y’all out with the goal: EVERY DONATION IN APRIL IS MATCHED BY DTL! That means your impact is DOUBLED. 

Here is how your gift translates into real access:

• 🎁 $11 = The perfect 11th birthday gift to pitch in!

• 🛠️ $25 = Becomes $50 (Supports a huge chunk of a membership)

• 💥$75 = Becomes $150 (Funds a FULL yearlong membership!)

DTL works because people show up for each other, and what a cool bunch of folks y’all are 💕 

Click the button below to join the party and give the gift of TOOLS! 🥳 

Repair Fair: Tell us what you think!

Repair Fairs at the Denver Tool Library are growing fast, and we want to hear from you on how this new program can be even better!

Help us shape the future of these free community events and other repair-related gigs by sharing your feedback - it only takes a minute.

THANK YOU!

Great Party! Thanks Librarian, Teachers, & Shop Monitors

Massive thanks to all of our librarians, teachers, and shop monitors who work super hard to sling tools, teach skills, and make sure you’re all staying safe behind the table saw!

We had our traditional late holiday / early birthday party @townhallcollaborative and we’re SOOOO SUPER grateful we have such a wonderful community of support.

THANK YOU STAFF!

Seriously, y’all are the best ❤️

Brand New Class! Welding III: Stainless Steel TIG w/ Isabel

We’ve got a brand new class - Welding III: Stainless Steel TIG w/ Isabel! The first class will be Saturday, June 6th 2026.

Learn the fundamentals of stainless steel TIG welding in this hands-on metal fabrication class. Because stainless steel behaves much differently than mild steel, producing clean, high-quality joints requires strict heat management and careful puddle control. This course covers the essential GTAW techniques used in food service equipment, automotive fabrication, and precision metalwork. We will guide you through machine setup, torch control, and filler metal application so you can confidently lay down precise welds on thin metals. Join this supportive friendly workshop, expand your handy DIY skillset, and connect with a community of fellow makers!

About Your Teacher

Isabel Delgado is an AWS-certified welder and fabricator with over 8 years of experience in MIG, TIG, and stainless steel work. She’s built custom tubing systems and precision components in manufacturing shops, and previously taught welding at Lincoln College of Technology. She loves making welding simple and fun for beginners, and is excited to teach intro MIG at Denver Tool Library!

Closed Easter Sunday

Tool Library Lending & Open Shop Hours will be closed April 5th, 2026 for Bunnies Appreciation Day (aka Easter).

Classes will still run as scheduled. Checkout times will be extended so you can keep your tools a few extra days.

Repair Fair Craft Party! April 13th

On April 13th from 6pm to 8pm we’ll be having a craft party! Join us to make signage and a photo back drop for the upcoming Repair Fair. Register for free here.

We will be painting, drawing, gluing, cutting out colorful cardstock, and glittering. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and maybe some leftover art / craft supplies if you have any.

Can’t make the craft party but you’re still interested in volunteering for the DTL? Check out our volunteer page for opportunities and how to get started.

Thank You Staff, Volunteers, and Members!

Huge thanks to our staff, volunteers, and members for keeping the library in such great shape!

Keeping 5,000 tools organized and easy to find is no small feat, and the shop has been looking incredible lately. We truly appreciate all the hard work everyone puts in to make this space run well for the community!

What's a Tool Library you ask? It’s like a book library, but for tools! A $150 annual membership lets you borrow any of our tools for your home, garden, or art projects. Check out what you need, use it for a week, and bring it back - easy as that.