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A Social Light Production, 3131 Tuskaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC (2026)

05/15/2026

THERE'S LEVELS TO THIS!
PLUG IN AS WE CONTINUE TO UNPACK EACH ONE

LEVEL 3: KEEP THE VIBE GOING

The storytelling continues.
On this Flashback Friday, we are bringing you stories from JBAAP ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

Level 3 - We took the vibe up a notch.
Representing the first republic of Africa, Liberia.
Songa Yates led us in singing the Liberian National Anthem.
Next came the Fashion Flash Mob led by Anzonia Watson, "Zo the Model", who WORKED the runway and invited others to join her! It was a fashion walk mashup that kept the vibe of the party thumping!

Francis Sio, the second Emcee for the party, took the mic to ask us, "If Johnette Karpeh was here, what would she be doing? She would be dancing! Let's dance!"

It was beautiful to see African culture on full display through fashion, dancing, and good ol' African music. What a legacy of Community, Culture, and Connecting. See the recap of these special moments from Level 3 💛

The Legacy Is Still Vibing BIG TIME! ✨✨✨

Photographer: Photos by Lucien 🔥🔥🔥

04/28/2026

LEVEL 2: "When We Were We"

Nostalgia vibes as the party officially kicked off with John Karpeh taking the mic. He addressed the heaviness of the day, while laying out Johnette's legacy. Sharing the story of how young Johnette would sneak and play around with his DJ set while he was at work. Startled at his set being on the loudest volume when he turned it on, he couldn't figure out why it wasn't the way he left it. Finally, the mystery was solved when he caught the young Social Light in the act. After giving her fingers a firm pop, she learned not to mess with his set.

He then asked the DJ to play "Casser La Baraque" by Petit Makambo from the Impact album. One of Johnette's favorite African songs as a child that she often requested for him to play. Calling it the "Duh-Duh-Duh-Duh" song.

It was a multi-generation situation on the dance floor as the "Original Party Starters" took over the party. Who are the Original Party Starters? All of the aunties and uncles who are proof that there is no age limit to having a good time. We all party together. "When We Were We Were Where You?" Celebrating 45 years of Community, Culture, Connecting.

THE LEGACY IS STILL VIBING ✨✨✨

04/27/2026

LEVEL 1: "THE WARM UP"

"The Warm Up", where people slowly started trickling in. Emotions were heavy as we celebrated someone who wasn't physically there. Nevertheless, Johnette's presence was felt in every corner of the room. As family and close friends arrived, a representation of all the generations made for the perfect mix. It felt like community.

We greeted each other, settled in and awaited for the good times to unfold. Sianai Tyes and Jamal Alphonso Stewart welcomed us and set the stage for what was sure to be an unforgettable party, celebrating 45 years of Community, Culture, and Connecting.
"The LEGACY is STILL VIBING".

Photographer: Photos by Lucien Lucien Edwards Jr.

04/23/2026

Behind every successful party there are Key Players.
This team had one goal in mind...
Ensure that Johnette N. Karpeh is celebrated at the highest level.
"The Legacy Is Still Vibing" ✨✨✨

Johnette’s Legacy Team (aka Immediate Family) - John W. Karpeh (father), Franky H. Riley (oldest sister), Tanya W. Karpeh (youngest sister)

Chief of Staff (Event Coordinator) - Kisa Jackson, Elevated By Kisa

We Talking Teams?!! (The DJs) - Abu Kamara (DJ Unique), Boimah Sandimanie (DJ Beezy), Hiford Teah, Jr. (DJ Blac Migo), Moses Tubman (DJ Mosino)

The Mic Check Legacy Crew (Emcees) - Sinai Kotay Tyes (Sisi Kotay), Jamal A. Stewart (Jentleman J of Jentleman Brand), John W. Karpeh (Mr. Karpeh aka DJ John Karpeh), Francis Sio (Let Men Talk), Songa Yates (Chief), Archie Gbain (Mr. West Africa), Peter Boker (Zanzibar), Pamela Wollor (Pam)

LIGHT Ambassadors (Hostesses) - Pertrulia Neal, Lorraine Watson, Nancy Ndanu, Janice Dampare, Kisa Jackson (Kween Kisa), Dearest James, Chelsea Karpeh, Kisa Jackson

Professional Fashion Model (Fashion Flash Mob) - Anzonia Watson “Zo”

Professional African Dancer - BabyYayah aka “Yaya”, Haja

Social Media Influential Vibers - Saya Sio (The Power of Possibilities), Maryann Pelee Seke (International Blogger), Jairus Takay (Jai), Victor Jones (Royal Family TV), Samson Nah, Meatta Dubar (“Sis Meatta Goes LIVE), Emily Anim (“Aunty E” The Party Starter), Jacquelyn Trinity (), Siah Jones (Palmbutter), Fransaya Sio, Leon Tyes, Prasad Cruz (“Dada of All Dadas”), Washington Kofi (KCG & Africa LIVE!) Not pictured: Tarnue Kesselly (Keszo), Ivana Jarbo (IJ), Gifty Amadu, J-Lance

Photographer: Lucien Edwards Jr. Photos by Lucien

04/23/2026

“I want to throw a party with all of my djs, emcees, the aunties and uncles, as well as all of my different communities. Yes Afrobeats is a part of African culture, but it goes so much deeper than that. I want to throw a Big A*z African Party to show how we really do it! Perhaps for my birthday. Let’s take it back to Marquee.”
-Johnette N. Karpeh

This is the story of Johnette’s Big A*z African Party ✨✨✨
Meet Lucien Edwards Jr. A Visual storyteller through renown photography. He flew all the way from Seattle to honor Johnette’s 45th Birthday Celebration. The pics are 🔥🔥🔥

The Venue ✨✨✨
Marquee Charlotte
Where Johnette held her “Cheers To Life” Birthday Celebration, Why Africans Matter Entertainment Panel Discussion and Friendsgiving w/ a Twist. JBAAP had to be here because she was a major supporter of Marquee Charlotte. It was the perfect venue and the staff felt like family.

04/18/2026

Johnette’s Big A*z African Party Was A Success! Thank You So Much For Celebrating Our Social LIGHT In A Big WAY!

**Event Coordinator aka Chief of Staff** - Kisa Jackson, Elevated By Kisa

Venue- Marquee Charlotte

Marquee Charlotte Owners - Kennedy Howard, Tory Dandy, Doug Twitty

Marquee Managers & Staff - Nicole Muse-Dennis, Lezlie Briggs, and the entire staff

Professional Photographer - Lucien Edwards Jr. (flew in from Seattle)

Graphic Designer - Destani McCrumada, Dy. M Creative Graphics (Flyer, Signature Drink Menu, Table Graphics)

Feather Flags, Retractable Banner, Enlarged Photos- Byron Pouges, Signs By Tomorrow (Matthews, NC)

DJs- Abu Kamara (DJ Unique), Boimah Sandimanie (DJ Beezy), Hiford Teah (DJ Blac Migo), Moses (DJ Mosino) ***all located in Charlotte

Emcees - Sianai Kotay Tyes (Sisi Kotay), Jamal Stewart (Jentleman J of Jentleman Brand), Archie Gbain (Mr. West Africa), John Karpeh (Johnette's father), Francis Sio (Let Men Talk), Peter Boker, Songa Yates (led the Liberian National Anthem), Pamela Manneh Worlor (Pam)

Fashion Model (Fashion Flash Mob) - Anzonia Watson "Zo"

*Professional African Dancer (Flash Mob)-BabyYayah aka "Yayah" (Haja)

LIGHT Ambassadors (hostesses) - Lorraine Watson, Nancy Ndanu, Pertrulia Neal, Janice Dampare, Dearest James, Chelsea Karpeh

Social Media Influentials - Saya Sio (Power of Possibilities), Marayann Pelee Seke (International Blogger), Siah Jones (Palm Butter), Keszo, Prasad Cruz (Dada of All Dadas), Jairus Takay (Jai), Emily Anim (Make It Happen), Meatta Dubar, Jacquelyn Trinity (Elora Floral Design), Patricia Manneh, Ivana Jarbo (IJ), Gifty Amadu, Samson Nah, Leon Tyes, J-Lance, Fransaya Sio, Washington Kofi (KCG & Africa LIVE)

4.13 Celebration with Community Venue - Zanzibar Cafe

Zanzibar Owner - Peter Boker

Zanzibar Team - Akilah Boker, Rich Boker & entire staff

4.13 Cake - Nothing Bundt Cake (Kings Drive)

Exclusive 4.13 shirts for immediate family - Design by Destani McCrumada, Dy. M Creative Graphic. Printed by Eric Ndelo, DRC ApeParel, LLC (located in Charlotte)

04/14/2026

This weekend was a beautiful tribute to an iconic and influential leader. Thank you for celebrating Legacy.
45 Years of Community, Culture, and Connecting. The love shown on Saturday and on 4.13 was amazing!
Stay tuned for the storytelling to continue from multiple POVs.

Stay plugged in.
“The Legacy Is Still Vibing”! Let’s Go! ✨✨✨

04/13/2026

“The Legacy Is Still Vibing”

04/12/2026

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

We can’t say thank you enough! To each and every person who helped make yesterday a success we say Thank You!!! An appropriate list of thanks you’s will be given soon, but for now please accept our heartfelt gratitude for making the party a success! A special shout out to Marquee Charlotte and their dynamic staff for hosting us!

THE CELEBRATION CONTINUES! ✨✨✨✨✨✨

Join us for the 4.13 Celebration as we celebrate Johnette on her actual birthday tomorrow! We will gather at our community hub, Zanzibar Cafe (3720 North Tryon Street) in honor of our Social LIGHT!

✨ All are invited ***especially the youth!

✨6:00pm-9:30pm

✨Food and Drinks available for purchase

✨Special Birthday Greeting .

“The Legacy Is Still Vibing”

04/11/2026

IT’S PARTY TIME 🚨🚨🚨

BECAUSE “THE LEGACY IS STILL VIBING” ✨✨✨
Today we celebrate the Iconic and Influential leader, Johnette N. Karpeh, Our Shining Social LIGHT!
Community, Culture, and Connecting. LET’S GOOOOO!!!! We will do the OFFICIAL BIRTHDAY GREETING AT 4:13PM. You don’t want to miss it! 💛

Note: Johnette’s actual birthday is Monday, April 13th. Details for that day will be announced at the party.

(For those on A Social LIGHT Production Connection List, you should’ve received an email.
See below for details.)

PARTY DETAILS✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

Marquee Charlotte
3131 Tuckaseegee Rd
1-7pm

Party Hashtags:

Age: 21 and up

Attire: African OR Dressy Casual.
If you wear jeans dress it up and come looking nice. Let your personal style shine ✨

Parking: Available in lots on both sides of the venue. Once lots are full street parking available.
(****Please be mindful that’s it’s located in a residential area. We want to be respectful. If you like to Uber or Lyft, that’s encouraged too.)

Venue: Marquee: Charlotte 3131 Tuckaseegee Rd.

Food and Drinks: Available for purchase***

Pack your patience and come ready to party 💃🏾🕺🏾
We are expecting a large crowd, but we will do this Community Style. Get in where you fit in. We look forward to celebrating with you all 💛

04/09/2026

“THE LEGACY IS STILL VIBING” ✨✨✨

This Saturday is about celebrating Johnette N. Karpeh, Our Shining Social LIGHT. We are celebrating 45 years of Community, Connection, and Culture. That means it’s time to party! Let’s go all the way up for our Iconic and Influential Leader. Let’s GO!!!

Meet The DJs 🥊🥊🥊🥊

🔥 DJ UNIQUE
🔥 DJ BEEZY
🔥 DJ BLAC MIGO
🔥 DJ MOSINO

We talking TEAMS?!!! This DJ VILLAGE is ready to tag team! They will be taking you all over the continent of Africa, as well as around the world! I hope you’re ready because WE RIDIN’! 🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷

Johnette N. Karpeh is still connecting the world through Faith, Culture, and Entertainment ✨✨✨

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