Found holiday decorations near Monroe Civic Center
Description
Yesterday evening, around 5:45 p.m., I was strolling along Forsythe Avenue toward downtown Monroe when I spotted a cardboard box full of holiday decorations sitting at the curb beside the Monroe Civic Center. The box held tangled strings of lights, a couple of wreaths, and a bundle of garland—bright reds and greens that looked ready for a home holiday setup. It looked hastily abandoned after a party or a change of plans, nothing personal clinging to them. I brought the box to the Civic Center front desk to keep them safe and prevent them from being damaged in the rain. It felt nice to help someone salvage their celebration. If these are yours, please check the site.
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