Community Mending Circle

The times we are living in call for Mending, in many ways.

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What is this Mending Circle?

A welcoming place to gather to mend clothing and other textiles and connect with our community.

This is a non-instructional, self-guided gathering. We can (and will!) share experiences and expertise, but everyone will do their own work with the help of other participants. Bring your own projects, meet fellow makers and menders, chat, listen and unplug.

Meeting Information

The Community Mending Circle meets every third Tuesday of the month at Mary Riley Styles Public Library in Falls Church, VA.

The group will meet February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19 and June 16, 2026. Future meetings will be posted as the library reservations are made.

Click here to check the Library Calendar for updates and information about the meetings.

Contact us at communitymendingcircle@gmail.com with questions.

Who Can Attend?

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This event is for adults, or youth 10+ with an accompanying adult.

Anyone is welcome to attend: people with mending expertise, people who need things mended and want to learn new skills, people who would like to socialize in a productive and quiet(ish) environment, people seeking community connection with a circle of menders.

Guidelines

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What will be provided?

  • Tables and Chairs
  • Basic mending supplies: scissors, needle, thread, embroidery floss, fabric scraps, glue
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What should you bring?

  • A project (hemming, worn or damaged clothing, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, darning, felting, etc.)
  • Supplies you would need to complete your project

To note…

Please refrain from wearing scented products.

Please respect your fellow community members and do not attend if you are ill or have been exposed to someone who is ill. Masking is welcome.

The Community Mending Circle has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of harassment or discrimination.

Supply donations are always welcome, but no product sales are allowed.

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