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Theme ¶ 

The theme of the repair section is going to be "Fix the World." We're looking for volunteers to share their repair knowledge. We want to show the world that with the right information, materials, and a little time, you can repair just about anything. Are you an expert in automobile repair? Do you know how to fix a wide variety of washer and dryer problems? Is your gift building bicycles from scratch? Then iFixit wants YOU!

Repair Section ¶ 

The repair section will feature areas for appliances, computers, automobiles, motorcycles, consumer electronics, bicycles, and other cool stuff we're working on. If you have experience fixing things and would like free admission to Maker Faire, admission to the invite-only "Maker to Maker" event on Friday, a free t-shirt, and some other cool perks, please sign up as an iFixit volunteer!

Volunteers ¶ 

We're going to schedule volunteers in shifts so you won't have to help out all weekend. You will definitely have time to see the rest of the Faire! You will be helping people with their problems, showing off cool ways of diagnosing and repairing failed devices, and generally having a good time. The more people we are able to help, the richer the experience will be for everyone.

How to Volunteer ¶ 

To volunteer, send an email to MakerFaire@iFixit.com and include the following information:

• Your name
• Contact info (phone number, address)
• Area of expertise (cars, computers, etc.)
• Any specific interests or cool things you've fixed
• Availability for either May 30th, May 31st, or both

Approved volunteers will receive free registration to Maker Faire and some perks (did we mention the free t-shirt?). However, we cannot pay for transportation and accommodations. We will do our best to facilitate carpooling and couchsurfing for people from out of the area.

Deadlines ¶ 

• Volunteer registration opens on April 1st, 2009. Space is limited, so please send us an email as soon as possible.
• Volunteer registration closes on May 15, 2009.

All volunteers should receive an email confirming their volunteer status within a week. Volunteers will be assigned one or more shift depending on their preferences and availability.

Mockups ¶ 

Here is the tentative booth layout with the seven different zones!

Location ¶ 

Maker Faire will be held at the San Mateo County Expo Center, located at 2495 S. Delaware St, San Mateo, CA.

The best entrance for close parking at the Expo Center is the Saratoga entrance at 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403.

You can use the Expo Center's tool to get door-to-door directions, or view the Google Map.