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Erica Finds (ericafinds.com) is a blog about things I find - deals, articles, apps, musings.... I am into health, wellness, running, travel and much more.
Tell me what you are looking for - I'll try to find it! Brand Ambassador for Swirlgear, Zooma Women's Half Marathon, Athlete Esprit de She, Energy Bits, Cocogo, Peanut Butter & Co, Flow 397 and Kindrunner!
04/17/2026
Friday Five: 5 Ways to Spring Into Fitness. If you've been hibernating this winter, check out my tips to "spring" into fitness and please share yours!
Friday Five: 5 Ways to Spring Into Fitness • Erica Finds... Have you been hibernating this winter? Here are my five tips for springing into fitness: 1. Spring clean your diet.…
04/14/2026
Tried it Tuesday: Barvena Color Changing Lipstick. I was influenced by an ad on Instagram (or several!) to try transfer-proof color changing lipstick that works with your pH to amplify your natural lip color. I liked it! Check out my review and enter to win some here. Ends 4/21. US only.
https://ericafinds.com/2026/04/tried-it-tuesday-barvena-color-changing-lipstick-giveaway/
Tried it Tuesday: Barvena Color Changing Lipstick #Giveaway • Erica Finds... Am I the only one that buys random products from Instagram or TikTok shop? This is a hazard for me…
04/13/2026
One of My Fave BFY Treats in One of My Fave Flavor Combos– EverBar Peanut . Check out EverBar's new Milk Chocolate Wafer Bar w/Peanut Cream and enter to win a 6 pack to try! Ends 4/20. US only.
One of My Fave BFY Treats - EverBar Peanut #Giveaway • Erica Finds... I found EverBar a number of years ago at Sweets & Snacks. They started with a better for you dark…
The Chicago Park District District just launched 2 new temporary installations in their Monument Response Project. This initiative seeks to "reimagine public narratives that reflect Chicago's diverse histories and cultures."
WE STILL HERE by Sonja Henderson and Sadie Woods in reaction to the General Philip Henry Sheridan Monument at Belmont and Lake Shore Drive.
TIERRA NUESTRA by Hector Gonzalez in reaction to A Signal of Peace at Diversey Harbor and east of N Lake Shore Drive.
Full article: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/about-us/news/chicago-park-district-launches-monument-response-project-two-site-responsive
04/08/2026
It was very windy but no better way to start the day than to run and catch up with a friend who's in town for a quick work meeting! Swipe to see the flags blowing and the waves! Thanks Carolyn for meeting me! 😘
04/06/2026
Finds’ Faves: SaltStick FastChews – now in Pink Lemonade! FastChews are my (not so) secret weapon for warm weather running. Check out my review of the newest flavor and enter to win a bottle + carrying tube. Ends 4/13. US only.
https://ericafinds.com/2026/04/finds-faves-saltstick-fastchews-now-in-pink-lemonade-giveaway/
Finds' Faves: SaltStick FastChews - now in Pink Lemonade! #Giveaway • Erica Finds... I’m a SaltStick ambassador again this year! SaltStick FastChews are my (not-so) secret weapon for running in the summer. Humidity…
04/03/2026
Grab a cup and stop by for this month's virtual coffee date. See what's happening with me and share your tea!
5 Things I'd Tell You Over Coffee This April '26 • Erica Finds... It’s the first weekend of the month, so I‘m linking up with Coco and Deborah for the Ultimate Coffee Date.…
03/30/2026
Finds' Faves - Nugo Original Variety Pack- Check out one of my fave protein bars and enter to win a 12 pack! US only. Ends 4/6.
Finds' Faves: NuGo Original Energy Bars #Giveaway • Erica Finds... I’ve been a fan of original NuGo Bars for years. I first tried them and did a review over TEN…
03/29/2026
Had a blast running the Love Run half marathon today. Perfect conditions and fun course with surprisingly nice crowd support and great vibes. 10/10 recommend.
Awesome to have a girls' weekend in . We even got to tour an apartment in the building Neal and I lived in from 2000-2002! Swung by No Kings, too! Swipe for pics!
03/27/2026
Check out my March '26 and share yours!
March '26 Runfessions • Erica Finds... It’s the last Friday of the month, so it’s time to join Marcia for “Runfessions!” Runfessions are running truths or…
03/24/2026
Tried it (Again) Tuesday: Morning Routine. I love this ACV, lemon and salt + electrolytes to start my day! Check it out and enter to win a 10-pack to try. Ends 4/2. US only.
https://ericafinds.com/2026/03/tried-it-again-tuesday-morning-routine-giveaway/
Tried it (Again) Tuesday: Morning Routine #Giveaway • Erica Finds... I tried Morning Routine Daily Hydration in fall of 2024 when I did 3 marathons in 5 weeks. Morning Routine…
If you're looking for something fun and different in the Chicagoland area this spring, check out Glow Wild - a Lantern Festival of Hope at the Brookfield Zoo.
The festival celebrates art. culture and conversation with over 70 displays of hand crafted natural and mystical inspired lanterns. Tickets include unlimited carousel and ferris wheel rides. There are also a variety of cultural performances and globally inspired foods to try. There's also a private lantern lounge and fire pit available to reserve for a private party!
We had a beautiful evening and it was so much fun to see so many families enjoying the event!
Glow Wild is open Thursdays to Sundays, March 19 to May 10 from 6 - 10 PM. Zoo members receive discount pricing on all dates ($19.95/adult and $9.95/child). Non-member tickets (Fri - Sun) are $24.95/adult and $14.95/child. Sensory Nights: March 26, April 16, and May 7 (there is also a sensory friendly room
available all nights of the event in the Discovery Center)
Learn more and get tickets here: https://bit.ly/4rWwE5T%C2%A0
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