A Tool Library BBQ + Fundraiser

BORROW BUILD + BBQ

A Tool Library barbeque + fundraiser

Saturday, August 8th, 2026 from 4-7 p.m.
The Tool Library | 2626 Main Street

Celebrate 15 years of borrowing and building with The Tool Library’s NEW signature fundraiser, Borrow Build & BBQ.

In honor of The Tool Library’s 15th Anniversary, our signature annual fundraiser is coming home to 2626 Main Street. Join us for a family-friendly block party and backyard-style BBQ directly outside and inside The Tool Library’s home.

Join your friends and neighbors for good food, great company, and the public unveiling of our renovation plan and long-term vision for 2626 Main Street!

The event will feature:

Building Tours
Hands-on Demos
Basket Raffles
Silent Auction
Tooligan Awards
Beer & Wine
Lawn Games
Music & Dancing
Activity Station
Catering sponsored by The Lunch Box
New Tooligan Merch & Much More!

Tickets start at $50/person and can be purchased online: https://givebutter.com/c/bbq2026

Whether it’s providing the tools for your next DIY project, offering up free fixes at a Dare to Repair Cafe, or stewarding shared spaces with our neighbors, your support sustains our work of sharing, repairing, and building a world that works for everyone.

Already booked?

Support The Tool Library even if you can’t gather with us!

Become a Sponsor!

Love what The Tool Library does? Sponsoring our annual fundraiser is one of the best ways you can show your support and make what we do possible.

We are looking for sponsors of all shapes an sizes! Check out our sponsorship brochure to learn more about the available opportunities.

Want to discuss the sponsorship opportunities above or something unique to you? We’re flexible, so let’s talk to see how we can support each other! Email Darren at darren@thetoollibrary.org to discuss sponsorships.