All lost and found items in Chautauqua
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Lost parrots near Chautauqua Institution.
Yesterday around 5:50 PM I noticed my two parrots were gone from their cage in our cottage near the Chautauqua Institution. They mimic speech and respond to my whistle, so their absence leaves the house quiet and a bit empty. I walked the paths along the lake by the Main Gate, calling their names, and checked the benches by the gathering spots where they often perch to watch people. They are not just pets to me; they're part of our daily rhythm, and I miss their bright colors and chattering. If anyone saw them or knows where they might have ended up, please help me bring them home.
FOUND GPS Devices near Main Gate, Chautauqua
This morning at 9:15 a.m., I found a small pouch containing several GPS devices on the ground near the Main Gate of the Chautauqua Institution, by Alumni Hall, along the shore of Chautauqua Lake. The devices look functional and there’s a faded label on the pouch. I kept them safe in a quiet spot and thought maybe a class or group was out losing gear. I didn’t want them to get damaged or stolen, so I brought them here and posted them, hoping the owner will recognize their equipment and claim it soon.
Lost utensils in Chautauqua, NY
At 6:45 p.m. yesterday, I realized my utensils were missing from the picnic table outside the Chautauqua Town Hall on Park Row, near the lake. The set includes a wooden spoon with a faded floral pattern, a slightly dented fork, and a chipped ceramic mug I use for coffee on cool evenings. They’re small things, but they carry quiet memories of meals with friends and family, and I’d love to have them back where they belong. If you happened to see them around that spot or picked them up by mistake, they’re waiting to be returned.
Lost hats near Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater
On Friday at about 6:30 p.m., after the concert at the Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater, I realized my two hats were gone. One is a navy knitted beanie with a small silver star pin, the other a light gray sunhat with a braided chin strap. I retraced along the lakefront path toward the Amphitheater and back through the lawn by the visitor center, but nothing looked familiar. Those hats aren’t just clothes; they feel like a small piece of the day saved for a breezy evening by the lake, when the air smells of pine and smoke from the bonfire. If someone found them, I’d be grateful to know they’re safe and waiting somewhere near the amphitheater.
Lost Travel Visas near Chautauqua Institution, NY
I’m Emily Carter. I lost my travel visas around 7:30 PM last Friday, right outside the Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater after the sunset service by the lake. They were in a brown leather folder with my name on the cover. I’m supposed to travel soon, and those visas are essential for my trip, so I’m feeling anxious. I retraced the brick paths along the lakefront from the main entrance toward the boat launch, but I didn’t find anything. If you found a folder with a blue sticker and my initials, please keep it safe somewhere near the Amphitheater. I’ll be checking the area again tomorrow morning and am hopeful someone picked them up.
LOST: Equipment for Various Sports in Chautauqua, NY
I’m a weekend athlete and coach who misplaced my equipment bag this morning around 7:50 AM at Chautauqua Lake Park, near the basketball courts by the lakefront trail. It had gear for several sports—a couple of balls, some gloves, and a lightweight windbreaker—stuff I rely on for practice and games. I realized it was gone as I pulled into the parking lot and felt that sinking mix of frustration and disappointment. If anyone turned it in or saw it lying around, please drop a note through the site so I can get back on the court.
Found postcards near Chautauqua Institution
Hi, I’m Grace Bennett. This afternoon around 2:15 PM, I found a bundle of postcards on the ground near the Amphitheater at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, NY. The cards look travel-worn, stamps faded, with a few handwritten notes peeking out. I gathered them up and kept them safe in my bag, hoping the owner will recognize them and reclaim them through the institution’s channels. If these belong to you, they carry stories from far-off places and small personal messages that deserve to find a home again.
Found DVDs near the Chautauqua Institution
Last night I found a stack of DVDs on a bench by the West Gate of the Chautauqua Institution around 6:15 p.m. The cases were a little damp from the misty air, with a few stickers peeling but the titles visible. I figured they belong to someone here for an evening film night, so I carried them to the central gathering spot in case the owner checks this listing. I felt a warm sense of relief thinking about reuniting them with the person who saved those movie memories.
Found keys with blue enamel wolf keychain
Found a set of keys this morning around 9:40am near the steps of the Chautauqua County Public Library on Oak Avenue in Chautauqua. There's a blue enamel wolf keychain attached to a mix of house keys and a black car key, and one key has a small dent with a red fish-shaped key fob tucked beside it. I think they were dropped last night after the farmers market when people were leaving the Main Street area. If these belong to you, send me a message and we can work out a pickup time; I’d be happy to get them back to the owner as soon as possible.
Silver MacBook Pro with pink bumper
I lost my silver MacBook Pro 13-inch yesterday around 3pm outside the Chautauqua Institute bookstore near the amphitheater on Main Street. It's a 2019 model in solid condition, inside a pink silicone bumper case, with a tiny dent on the top-right corner. It has a white cat-sticker on the palm rest and a small maple leaf sticker on the lid—very distinctive. It contains family photos and several work documents, so it's not just any laptop—it carries sentimental value and work for me. Really hoping to get it back!
Gold ring with emerald and initials engraved
I lost my gold ring yesterday around 3pm near the Amphitheater on the Chautauqua Institution grounds. It's a 14k yellow gold, slender 2.5mm band with a tiny bezel-set emerald on top. Inside the band is a delicate engraving 'A.J.' that I can just glimpse in the right light. The ring has a small scratch along the edge and a slight bend from years of wear, but overall it's in good condition. It means a lot to me—it's a gift from my grandmother—and I’m really hoping someone who finds it can return it. If you happened to see it, I’d be grateful if you could message me here.
Red Kate Spade crossbody purse with heart charm
I lost my red Kate Spade crossbody purse yesterday around 3pm near the amphitheater by the lake at Chautauqua Avenue and Center Street. It's a compact, boxy bag with a slim gold chain strap and a tiny gold heart charm on the zipper pull, and the leopard-print lining hides my ID, a few cards, and a folded concert ticket. It's in decent condition except for a small scuff on the bottom corner. This bag means a lot to me—it was a gift from my sister, and I really need it back. If anyone finds it, please drop me a text; there's a handwritten note tucked inside the pocket.
Red knit scarf with black sheep patch
I found a red knit scarf this afternoon around 4:15pm behind the Chautauqua Public Library on Main Street. It's a soft acrylic scarf, about 60 inches long, with a small black sheep patch stitched near the edge and a loose beige tassel on one end. The scarf is in good condition, just a few light snags from the weather. If you're missing it, email me at [email protected] with the patch size and the scarf length so we can confirm it's yours.
Found beagle mix dog with navy collar
I found a beagle mix dog yesterday around 3pm wandering near the Chautauqua Library on Main Street, just past the coffee shop. She's a medium-sized beagle, about 25 pounds, with a tri-color coat—white chest, brown patches, and a black saddle—and a nervous wag when I spoke to her. She’s wearing a navy blue nylon collar with a small heart-shaped tag that reads 'Ella' and a tiny white star on her chest. There’s a slight limp in her right hind leg, which may help identify her. I brought her to the shelter on Park Street here in Chautauqua to help get her home. If anyone recognizes her, describe the tag name or the distinctive features to tell her apart.
Blue ProAir inhaler with spacer, lost near Chautauqua Ave
Yesterday around 3pm I dropped my blue ProAir inhaler with a gray spacer somewhere near the Chautauqua Public Library on Chautauqua Ave. It's a compact inhaler, about the size of my thumb, and it has a small dent on the mouthpiece and a light-green sticker with the initials 'AJ' on the spacer. I really need it back—it’s essential for my asthma and I’ve been anxious since I can’t breathe well without it. I last recall walking past the bookstore and stopping at the bench by the coffee stand outside the library; if anyone picked it up, I’d be grateful to get it back and maybe offer a small thank-you reward. Thanks for keeping an eye out.