Event: Annual Sip & Paint – Karaoke & Photobooth
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: John Gray Event Center, Chicago, IL
Hosted by: Joy of Memorable Creations
Purpose: Raising funds & awareness for Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
On October 25, 2025, the John Gray Event Center was transformed into a sea of pinks and purples, warm hugs, and contagious smiles as women from across the community gathered for Joy of Memorable Creations’ Annual Sip & Paint – Karaoke & Photobooth.
Canvas by canvas, guests painted, sang along to their favorite songs, took fun photos, and—most importantly—showed up in solidarity for those impacted by breast cancer and domestic violence. It was joyful. It was emotional. It was safe. And it was community at its best.
This yearly gathering is more than a creative outing; it’s a soft landing place for survivors, supporters, and advocates to be seen, heard, and loved.
The heart of the afternoon came through two incredible speakers:
Coach Mysoline Monique – Domestic Violence Awareness
Coach Mysoline shared a transparent, hope-filled message on recognizing red flags, breaking cycles of abuse, and reminding every woman in the room that her life, safety, and voice matter. Her words offered both practical tools and spiritual encouragement, reinforcing that no one has to suffer in silence and that help is available.
Sister Vernita Rogers – Breast Cancer Awareness
Sister Vernita spoke boldly about early detection, regular screenings, and paying attention to our bodies. She honored survivors, remembered those we’ve lost, and encouraged guests to become messengers of awareness in their own families and circles. Her testimony wrapped medical wisdom in compassion, reminding us that knowledge truly saves lives.
Together, their messages turned the event into a living classroom—where art, testimony, and advocacy worked hand in hand.
Joy of Memorable Creations (JOMC) was founded by Charlestine M. Joyner Hudson in honor of her sister LaShone “Quickey” Joyner, with a promise to turn pain into purpose. joyofmemorablecreations.com
Today, JOMC continues that promise by inspiring hope and strengthening communities through outreach that raises awareness, promotes wellness, and provides vital support in areas including domestic violence, cancer, suicide prevention, health education, financial literacy, and more. joyofmemorablecreations.com+1
The Annual Sip & Paint is a beautiful reflection of that mission in action:
Every ticket purchased, every story shared, and every ribbon worn helped push the mission forward.
A special thank-you to Eric’s Entertainment for sponsorship, to our dynamic speakers Coach Mysoline Monique and Sister Vernita Rogers, and to every volunteer, vendor, and guest who helped make this event unforgettable.
Your presence is more than attendance—it is partnership.
If you couldn’t attend this year, there are still powerful ways to stand with us:
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