Fix-It Communities

Idea:

This is really based off of existing models, but essentially it would recruiting community members to do different things in hopes of hosting “fix-it” events for all sorts of electronics. Members could help with research, tools, sewing materials, and more. At these events, community members would actively be involved so that they learn how to [Read more…]

Benefit:

It would reduce the number of items thrown away, thus reducing the amount spent on replacement items. It’s empowering for people to learn how to fix their every day items and it really helps to build a strong community bond.

Location:

Citywide, OldIdea.

Weekly or bi-weekly evening walks (for non-walkers and mere mortals)

Idea:

I propose something which I routinely do myself, and that is a late night 3 mile walk that begins and ends at 230 Gorham Street. The length, time and duration can be revised based on participant consensus but a start time after 9:00 PM ensures recreation of the ideal ambiance. My experience: During the late [Read more…]

Benefit:

The idea is cost effective as there Is no cost associated with walking the public areas of Lowell. The walk also has the positive effect of increasing ones caloric outtake and naturally expending energy at the end of the day as opposed to other less than healthy options (like a [Read more…]

Location:

Back Central, OldIdea.