"Renovating the Fix-It Shop" is a Sesame Street story arc that took place over several episodes in Season 11 (1980).
A lot had changed in the eight years since the Fix-It Shop opened for business. After the culmination of some crowding and a minor mishap in the shop, Luis decided to renovate his place of vocation. Over the course of two weeks in 1980, the shop halted operations to support the updates, with the project resulting in a streamlined workspace.
The arc notably re-introduces the character of Telly Monster, stripped of the elements of his original, television-obsessed persona, and put in the hands of performer Brian Muehl, who would continue to perform the character for some years after. The arc also marks the return of Poco Loco, now performed by Michael Earl.
Episodes[]
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Episode 1409 Maria and Luis find it hard to manage working in the shop since they've taken up new carpentry jobs, which creates a cramped work environment. Thus, the two close up shop and begin planning on how they'll alter the space to create a better work flow. |
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Episode 1411 Telly goes over the plans for the new shop with Maria and Luis. While taking down a wall, they discover Adelaide the Grouch residing inside. |
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Episode 1413 The residents of Sesame Street cooperate in washing the front window, painting the interior, and sorting lumber. Poco Loco takes advantage of the shop's newly-installed sink. |
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Episode 1415 Further work is done, including building a new staircase and platform, which leaves everyone but Luis tuckered out. |
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Episode 1416 Bob and Olivia plot a surprise for Luis by building a new counter for the shop. Later, a blind girl named Monica and Barkley are given tours of the space. |
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Episode 1418 Last minute preparations are made for the shop's re-opening. Oscar helps by "painting" their new front door. |
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Episode 1419 The Fix-It Shop re-opens, and Olivia commemorates the occasion with a film she took of the remodeling process. Oscar blasts a tunnel from his can to the shop's new can. Everyone then celebrates the re-opening with an impromptu party. |