CommuniTea
We are proud of our Chicago roots and we are committed to making a difference both locally and globally. We are strong supporters of organizations championing and supporting women, wellness, the environment and the arts across the CommuniTeas we serve . Below are some of the events we have participated in and organizations we have partnered with; we aim to encourage support of these causes and organizations by generating genuine interest and enthusiasm among our CommuniTeas.
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Source: Nation's Restaurant News
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Source: Student Conservation Association
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Source: PR News
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Source: Doha News
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Source: Zawya
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Source: Time Magazine
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Source: PR Web
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7.23.11
Sheffield Garden Walk
Sheffield Garden Walk is back! In conjunction with the sidewalk sales around us, the Garden Walk will be in full bloom! Argo Armitage will be armed with stationed samplers on Sheffield and Webster, Armitage and Kenmore, Armitage and Sheffield (store front), and Armitage and Bissell. We will be offering a delicious variety with "flower-themed" tea selections. Hibiscus Tea Squeeze, Tea Sangria, ChariTea, Fruit Sangria, and Tea Sangria Vosges chocolates will be on our floral menu for the evening! :)
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Source: PR Web
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6.21.11
Make Music Chicago
It’s a musical block party! Come see (and listen to, of course) over 100 amateur and professional musicians, as well as ensemble acts and marquee artists at 1st ever Make Music Chicago, a 24 hour musical festival for all ages and genres!. Argo Tea will be at the St. James Cathedral (65 E. Huron) with Rush Hour Concerts, passing out samples of our delicious signature drinks! Visit http://www.makemusicchicago.com/ for more information.
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6.19.11
Race Against Hate
Join us at Long Field in Evanston, IL (Lincoln & Sheridan) between 6:30am-10:30am for the Ricky Birdstrong Memorial Race Against Hate, which draws thousands of participants from Chicagoland to join together to declare that racism is not tolerated. Argo Tea will be giving out samples of our refreshing signature drinks to runners and supports of this great event. Visit the YWCA’s Race Against Hate Page for more information.
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6.13.11
The Legal Balance
Argo Tea will be sampling and hosting a "Better Lifestyle" seminar for the woman in The Legal Balance of chicago. This group event helps celebrate health and wellness for women in the legal industry. Location: Milennium Park Business Center, Chicago IL; Time: 8a-10a
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10.26.10
Best Of University Place: Argo Tea
Source: NYU Local
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1.28.11
Grand Chefs Gala
Argo tea is thrilled to partner with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for their 14th Annual Grand Chefs Gala in Chicago. Argo Tea is sponsoring the People’s Choice Mixologist Award, where mixologists from Bar DeVille, BOKA, Branch 2 , Gilt Bar, Sable, Sepia , Violet Hour will be mixing unique cocktail creations using Argo Tea Signature Drinks! Join us for a good cause and some delicious teas! Visit www.grandchefsgala.com
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Source: PR Newswire
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12.11.10
Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk
Argo Tea is getting in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis®. Stop by for some warm tea after your run and help fight arthritis, the nation’s most common cause of disability. Visit http://www.arthritis.org/jingle-bell-run.php
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12.11.10
Cricket Magazine Holiday Fair
Join us as we sample some hot teas to families and friends during an afternoon of fun with writers, and artists at this year’s Cricket magazine Holiday Fair! Visit http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/event_landing/events/tourism/cricket_magazine_holiday0.html
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12.02.10
World of Chocolate
Argo Tea is thrilled to sample our White FrosTea Chocolate drink at this year’s World of Chocolate holiday fundraising event held in commemoration of World AIDS Day. Join guests as they sample chocolate creations from more than 30 of Chicagoland’s finest restaurants, caterers, and chocolatiers. Visit http://afc.aidschicago.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=1072&frcrld=1
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Source: ABC News
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10.16.10
Lyric Opera - Operathon October
Tune in to 98.7 WFMT and join us as we support the Chicago Lyric Opera in their annual Operathon! Your support will help the Lyric Opera's education and community-engagement programs for children, adults, and seniors. Visit http://www.lyricopera.org/tickets/special-events.aspx
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10.6.10
Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival
Join us as for a film series on Environmental conservation and preservation, sponsored by the Environmental Law & Policy Center. Join us as we help ELPC inspire people to act on behalf of the environment. From water and air pollution to climate change and renewable energy, ELPC works on various important environmental issues. Visit https://elpc1.securesites.net/support/filmfestival.php
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10.5.10
Tea and Pilates at Core Pilates NYC
Join us for some tea and pilates as we work towards a fit and healthy lifestyle! Core Pilates NYC is your Pilates destination for a full schedule of unique classes, personalized private sessions and their international network of teacher training certification programs. The benefits gained from incorporating a Pilates regime into your life include a stronger back and abdominals as well as longer leaner muscles. Pilates has been the foundation for health and wellness worldwide achieving strong core muscles, improving posture and well being. Innovative and in-demand instructors, progressive and challenging apparatus sessions and affordable group classes make this leading Pilates brand a NYC favorite. Visit our facebook page or website at corepilatesnyc.com and follow us on twitter for "day of deals". Visit http://corepilatesnyc.com/
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10.7.10
Charity Classic – Overlooking Neighborhood Cooking
Join Argo as we serve us our signature White Frosty at this year’s Charity Classic event. Come support the Make a Wish foundation and enjoy a taste of Chicago favorites! Visit http://www.clubcorpcharityclassic.com/participatingClub_metropolitan.htm
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10.23.10
Screening of Catfish, NYC
Join us for refreshments at the Tisch School of the Arts as we view a the documentary the took the 2010 Sundance Film Festival by storm. Tisch will host an exclusive screening followed by a Q&A with Tisch alumni affiliated with the film. Visit http://alumni.tisch.nyu.edu/object/tacl_ec_20101023.html
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9.17.10
Chicagoland Car Free Day
Argo Tea has pledged to go Car-Free! Join us as we walk-it, bus-it, and train-it to help the environment! Visit http://www.activetrans.org/carfree
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9.17.10
World Energy Forum Conference at the United Nation
Argo Tea is thrilled to support The High-Level Conference on Energy at the United Nations. Come out for the Conference and join us for some tea. Register at http://theworldenergy.org/beta/node/315
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9.16.10
Chicago Institute of Natural Health Open House
Join Argo Tea for some refreshments and learn how to get to a healthier you at the Grand Re-Opening of the Chicago Institute of Natural Health! Chicago Institute of Natural Health offers a whole health center. By providing individualized treatment plans using a full range of natural solutions, they help you to a healthier lifestyle. Visit http://www.chicagoinh.com/index.php
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8.22.10
Lymphomathon 5K Walk
Join hundreds of survivors and caregivers as they walk to raise funds for lymphoma research and education! We'll be handing out refreshments to participants and supports beginning at 12pm at Montrose Harbor. Visit Lymphomathon 5K Walk for more information.
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8.21.10
Dance for Life
See Chicago's most renowned, talented and exciting dance companies for one spectacular, celebratory evening of dance - on one stage! Argo Tea will be serving small refreshments at pre-show gala starting at 5pm. Visit Dance for Life Chicago for more information and how to purchase tickets. Proceeds benefit the AIDS Foundation of Chicago and other charitable organizations.
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7.31.10
Columbia College A.W.A.R.D. Show
TWELVE dance artists. FOUR nights. ONE $10,000 winner. YOU be the judge! Artists With Audiences Responding to Dance (A.W.A.R.D.) returns to the Dance Center! Join us from July 28th through July 31st; after each performance, the audience will vote to select a finalist to perform on the fourth and final night of the series.
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7.31.10
Lincoln Park Arts and Music Festival
Music, fine art and Argo Tea will find themselves a showcase at this second annual festival on Racine between Fullerton and Webster. A gate donation of $7 benefits the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce, Chicago's largest neighborhood chamber, which leads numerous initiatives in support of Lincoln Park's local businesses. Join us July 31 from 12pm-10pm and Aug 1st from 12pm-9pm for 2 full days of quality arts and entertainment! Visit the Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival for more information.
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Source: JoonBug
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03.23.2010
Rush Hour Concert Series
Enjoy music and tea during the Rush Hour Concert Series at the St. James Cathedral (65 E. Huron) Visit http://www.rushhour.org/ for more information.
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03.20.2010
Notebaert Nature Museum
Join us for refreshments from 11am-2pm at the Notebaert Nature Museum (2430 N. Cannon Drive) for a screening of "National Parks: America's Best Idea"
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03.06.2010
Dance Marathon
Hey Northwestern students! Come shake your tailfeather with us at Dance Marathon 2010!
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Source: The New York Observer
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23.02.10
Argo a Go Go
This new tea standout doesn't "blend" in with the crowd.
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12.03.09
Holiday Tree Lighting and Sing-A-Long
Kick of the Holidays in Lincoln Park at the annual tree lighting and sing-a-long at the SE corner of SE corner of Clark & Belden from 6pm–7pm for festive cheer and Argo Tea refreshments.
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Source: Examiner.com
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Taste the Best of Two Worlds on the Chicago Chocolate Tours
Love chocolate? So do we! Join a fabulous guided walking tours and discover some of Chicago's best chocolate treasures. We are a featured stop on both Chocolate Locations of the Downtown Loop and Chocolate Locations of the Magnificent Mile and Gold Coast Enjoy tastes of some of our most popular and unique chocolate and tea based drinks. Visit Chicago Chocolate Tours for more information!
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Source: theexaminer.com
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Source: Airports Council International
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Source: NBC Chicago
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Source: QSR Magazine
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Source: Chicago Tribune
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01.2008
High Tea Hot Spots
Source: Where Magazine
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Source: Chicago Tribune
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Source: New York Times
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Source: Nation's Restaurant News
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05.2007
Liquid Gold
Source: Chicago Magazine
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04.2007
Keeping it Green
Source: Chicago Sun Times
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Source: Chicago Tribune
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Source: PMT Direct Magazine