Found
Sentimental
Found holiday decorations in Anchorage/Mat-Su, AK
outside the Palmer State Fairgrounds
Found
listing
Posted
6 days
ago
Description
I found a bundle of holiday decorations outside the Palmer State Fairgrounds around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, tucked against a bench along the walkway. There was a blue tote, a string of lights, a garland, and a handful of ornaments that looked like they belong to someone who loves Christmas as much as I do. It was chilly, but I could see they’d mean a lot to whoever owned them. I picked them up and kept them safe in my car while I posted here, hoping the owner would claim them. If these are yours, I’ll help you get them back to your home in the Anchorage/Mat-Su area.
Approximate found location
outside the Palmer State Fairgrounds
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
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