All lost and found items in Bloomington
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Found distinctive ring with small diamonds
I found a ring in a distinctive shape with small diamonds inlaid on the top part. Found in People's Park.
Leopard gecko in glass terrarium, Bloomington
I lost my leopard gecko yesterday around 3pm in Bloomington. It’s about 4 inches long, yellow-tan with irregular brown spots, and the tail is full with a tiny kink near the base. It has a tiny crescent-shaped scar on its right front leg. It lives in a 20-gallon Exo Terra glass tank with a blue heat mat and a ceramic water dish; I last saw it near Kirkwood Ave by Bloomingfoods Market & Deli, around the IU campus area. The gecko is shy but curious, and this one means a lot to me and my daughter—it's been with us through a rough year and we really need it back. If you’ve seen it, please reach me at [email protected].
Lost violin near IU campus on Kirkwood Ave
I lost my violin yesterday around 3pm somewhere near the IU campus in Bloomington, specifically around the Sample Gates on Kirkwood Ave. It's a 3/4 size violin with a warm amber-brown varnish, a few light scratches along the back, and a tiny dent on the scroll. The case is black nylon with a slightly worn seam—inside the f-hole there's a small red sticker with the initials 'P.P.' The bow hair is a bit frayed and the peg box shows some wear. This instrument means a lot to me; it was a gift from my grandmother and holds sentimental value. If anyone found it, I’d be incredibly grateful to get it back.
Found olive-green field notebook with red strap
I found this olive-green field notebook this afternoon around 2:15pm behind the Monroe County Public Library on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's about 4x6 inches, with a red elastic strap and a small maple-leaf sticker on the front cover. Inside, someone wrote initials 'A.L.' and a few doodles; the pages are clean overall, with a couple of coffee stains near the back. It looks like it's been well used but not trashed. If this notebook belongs to you, drop a note here and we can figure out a meetup near the library so I can return it.
Navy knit scarf with silver heart charm
I lost my navy blue knit scarf yesterday around 3pm near the Sample Gates on the Indiana University campus. It's about 60 inches long, hand-knit, with a tiny silver heart charm by the end and a subtle burgundy edge stripe. It's a little fuzzy and has a small pull on the left corner from wear. It's sentimental to me because my grandmother knitted it, and I really need it back for warmth and memory. If anyone found it, I'd be grateful to get it back; I can meet in Bloomington to pick it up.
Black iPhone 12 Pro with cracked screen
I lost my black iPhone 12 Pro yesterday around 3pm near the IU Sample Gates on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's in a dark green Spigen case with a cracked screen and a screen protector peeling at the corner. There's a small white sticker on the back that says 'Wanderer' and a tiny scratch near the camera bump. It holds sentimental value—the photos with my grandma that I haven't backed up, plus some irreplaceable voice notes—and I really need it back.
Black Samsonite 26-inch suitcase with red strap
I lost my black Samsonite 26-inch suitcase yesterday around 3pm outside the Monroe County Public Library on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's in decent condition, a bit scuffed on the corners, with a red fabric strap around the handle and a blue star sticker on the front. There’s a white luggage tag with my initials 'PK' and a soft grey wool blanket tucked inside. The bag has sentimental value for me—it holds my late grandmother's travel scarf and a few old photos. If anyone found it, I’d really appreciate getting it back.
Red general admission concert ticket
I lost my red general admission concert ticket yesterday around 3pm. It's a small white paper ticket with a bold red 'BMF' stamp and a scuffed corner, about the size of a business card, with the barcode at the bottom that's slightly smudged. There's a tiny coffee stain on the back and a small pen mark with the initials 'PR' near the edge. I had it in my pocket after grabbing coffee on Kirkwood Ave and walking past the Sample Gates near the IU campus in Bloomington. It means a lot to me - this was a gift from a friend who moved away, and I'm really hoping to get it back. If anyone's found it, I'd really appreciate getting it back.
Teal-and-white hand-painted ceramic vase
I found a teal and white hand-painted ceramic vase this afternoon around 4:15pm outside the IU Bookstore on Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington. It's about 6 inches tall and 3 inches across, with a glossy glaze that swirls from teal to white. The rim has a tiny chip, and there's a faint cursive 'M' painted on the bottom. It looks like it could have been a gift or a favorite decorative piece. I spotted it on a bench near the bus stop by the Sample Gates as I was heading toward the Bloomington Farmers Market area. If someone recognizes it, I’d really like to return it to its owner.
Blue Nike cap with white swoosh
I lost my blue Nike baseball cap yesterday around 3pm outside the IU campus bookstore on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington, near the Sample Gates. It's a navy blue cap, size adjustable, with a white Nike swoosh on the front and a small coffee stain on the inner headband. The brim is slightly frayed from weekend biking, and there's a tiny stitch repair along the edge. It wasn't expensive, but it was a gift from my sister and it has sentimental value; I really need it back before this week's exams. If anyone finds it, please text or email me — I’d be forever grateful.
Walnut glass-top coffee table found near Kirkwood Ave
I found a mid-century style walnut coffee table with a clear glass top this afternoon around 2:15pm. It’s solid wood, about 4 feet long and roughly 18 inches tall, with a small chip on the lower front edge and a faint circular coffee-ring on the glass. Under the top there’s a tiny etched initials 'JD' near the underside—looks like someone personalized it. I found it behind Bloomingfoods Market & Deli on 4th Street near Walnut Street, right by the bike racks outside the store entrance. If this belongs to you, please reach out so we can arrange a pickup. It’s a nice piece and I’d like to help reunite it with its owner.
Gold-tone heart pendant necklace
I lost my gold-tone necklace yesterday around 3pm near the Sample Gates on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's a 16-inch chain with a tiny heart pendant. The pendant has a little engraving on the back—'A.P.'—and there's a small telltale scratch near the clasp from daily wear. It was a gift from my grandmother and has huge sentimental value; I really need it back. If anyone found it, please email me at [email protected].
Gray H&M scarf lost near Raising Cane's
I lost a gray scarf from H&M on Kirkwood somewhere around the Raising Cane's.
Navy blue North Face hoodie, size L
I lost my navy blue North Face hoodie yesterday around 3pm near the Wells Library entrance on East 10th Street in Bloomington. It's a size L, regular fit, with white drawstrings, a small coffee stain on the cuff, and a tiny frayed hole near the left pocket. The hoodie is well-worn and has sentimental value—it's the go-to I wear on campus, and I really need it back. If you found it, I'd really appreciate getting it back.
Blue quilted duvet cover, King size
Lost my blue quilted duvet cover (King size) yesterday around 3pm near the Monroe County Public Library on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's a Hearth & Home duvet cover, cobalt blue with a white stitch border and a small snag near the zipper; I noticed a faint coffee stain on the back too. It’s sentimental because it was a gift from my grandmother, and I really need it back to keep using the matching sheets. If anyone found it, please contact me and I’ll describe the exact pattern and a couple of identifying features.
Purple ukulele with gig bag
I lost my purple ukulele yesterday around 3pm near the Sample Gates on 4th Street by the IU campus. It's a small soprano size with a glossy purple finish, a white star sticker on the headstock, and a few scratches along the edge. It lives in a black gig bag with a bright green strap, and there’s a folded chord chart tucked in the front pocket. This was a gift from my sister and it means a lot to me; I practiced every day, and I really need it back. If anyone found it, please get in touch—I'll be forever grateful and can meet you downtown or at the campus bookstore to pick it up.
Blue Wilson tennis racket with neon grip
I lost my blue Wilson tennis racket yesterday around 3pm near the Monroe County Public Library on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's in decent used condition with a few scuffs on the frame and a neon-yellow grip wrap I added myself. The racket has a tiny dent near the throat and a small scratch along the edge, plus a sticker with my initials 'NJ' on the butt cap. It means a lot to me because I used it every week and it was a gift from my coach last year. If you found it, reach out — I really need it back.
Gray MacBook Air with panda sticker
I lost my gray MacBook Air 13-inch yesterday around 3pm near the Monroe County Public Library on Kirkwood Ave in Bloomington. It's in a black protective sleeve with a panda sticker on the lid and a red silicone keyboard cover. The laptop is my grad school workhorse and has tons of files, photos, and notes from last semester; it really matters to me and I’d be grateful to get it back. If someone found it, the panda sticker and the red keyboard cover are easy ways to identify it—happy to coordinate a meetup anywhere around IU Bloomington campus or Kirkwood area.
Beige wool scarf with fringe, found in Bloomington
I found a beige wool scarf this morning around 9:40am on Kirkwood Ave outside the Monroe County Public Library. It's about 70-75 inches long, with a soft knit and a delicate fringe at both ends. There’s a faint coffee stain near the corner and a tiny copper thread woven along the edge. There’s a small black tag that says 'J. Crew' on it up close, though it’s not visible from a distance. If someone recognizes it, I’d be glad to return it to its owner.
Found decorative ceramic vase near Bloomington Library
I found a decorative ceramic vase this afternoon around 2:30 pm outside the Bloomington Library on Kirkwood Ave. It's a small, teardrop-shaped piece, about 6 inches tall, with a glossy cobalt blue glaze and tiny gold flecks that catch the light. There's a hand-painted sunburst motif on one side, and a rough, slightly chipped base—likely from a fall. I picked it up and set it on a nearby cafe table in case someone is missing it, hoping to return it to its owner. If you recognize this vase, please reach out; it looks fairly new and has a sentimental vibe I’d hate to see go unclaimed.
Gold bracelet with heart charm
I lost my gold bracelet with a heart charm yesterday around 3pm near the Sample Gates on Kirkwood Avenue in Bloomington. It's a slim 14k gold chain, about 6 inches long, with a tiny heart charm. The back is engraved with 'MP' and the charm has a small dent, plus the chain shows a bit of wear from daily use. This bracelet was a gift from my grandmother and means more to me than I can say, so I'm really hoping it turns up. If you found it, please email me at [email protected] and we can arrange a meet-up somewhere in Bloomington.
Found a bright green parakeet on a bench at Miller Park in Bloomington, Indiana.
I found a bright green parakeet sitting on a bench in Miller Park in Bloomington. It looks healthy and has a friendly temperament. I've been trying to find its owner but haven't had any luck so far. If anyone is missing a green parakeet, please reach out!
Lost black Sony headphones with a small scratch on the right earcup and detachable cord near Bloomington courthouse.
I misplaced my black Sony headphones while walking near the Bloomington courthouse last Friday. They have a small scratch on the right earcup and come with a detachable cord. I really hope to get them back as they hold great sentimental value to me.
Missing woman Sarah Jenkins last seen near the coffee shop at Main and 7th in downtown Bloomington wearing a blue hoodie and black jeans.
Sarah Jenkins, a 28-year-old woman, has been missing since October 10th. She was last seen around the downtown area of Bloomington near the coffee shop on Main and 7th. She was wearing a blue hoodie and black jeans at the time. Her family is deeply worried and pleads for anyone with information to come forward.
Lost red and silver pliers left on a park bench across from the library while working on a bike in Bloomington, Indiana.
I believe I lost my brand new pliers while working on a project in the park across from the library. I was tightening some screws on my bike and accidentally left them on the bench. They’re red and silver and were a gift, so I really hope to get them back.
Found a small brown Dachshund mix dog with a blue collar near the city park in Bloomington.
I found a small brown dog, possibly a Dachshund mix, wandering alone by the city park in Bloomington around 3 PM today. He has a blue collar but no tags, and he seemed a bit frightened. I've brought him home to keep him safe and to hopefully find his owner.
Lost silver flute in a black zipper case near Bloomington High School park.
I lost my silver flute while I was walking in the park near Bloomington High School last Saturday afternoon. It was in a black case with a zipper, and it means a lot to me as it was a gift from my grandmother. If found, please contact me as I am really hoping to get it back!
Lost pair of brown leather hiking boots, size 10, near the picnic area at Riverside Park, Bloomington.
I lost a pair of brown leather hiking boots while walking my dog at Riverside Park in Bloomington yesterday. They are size 10 and have some wear on the soles but are otherwise in good condition. I left them near the picnic area when I went to wash my hands and forgot to grab them when I came back.
Lost blue travel pouch with neck strap containing ID, cash, and travel toiletries near the picnic area by the lake in Bloomington.
I misplaced my blue travel pouch while exploring the park in Bloomington yesterday. It has a neck strap and has my ID, some cash, and a couple of travel-sized toiletries inside. I think I last had it near the picnic area by the lake. If anyone finds it, I would really appreciate getting it back.
Lost vintage comic book 'The Amazing Spider-Man #300' after pop culture convention in downtown Bloomington.
I realized that my beloved vintage comic book, 'The Amazing Spider-Man #300' (first appearance of Venom), went missing after I attended the pop culture convention in downtown Bloomington last weekend. I remember placing it in my bag after getting it signed by the artist, but it seems to have slipped out when I was packing up. I'm really hoping to get it back as it holds a lot of sentimental value for me.