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✨Runin It Back✨

This week brings a few special moments, familiar faces, and a whole lot of history into the room. From midweek grooves to the return of SAGE and celebrating 53 years of Hip Hop’s legacy, we’re closing out August with intention💫

⚡️Wed.8.26 | JAMES BIKO PRESENTS: @aturnatthetable | 8-11PM
🔊BEATS BY: @djvthom
🎤HOSTED BY: @ampstlouis
⭐️FEAT .@zacharyjbrock @dougbrandt @itsjust_ayo3 @djstandaman @jerrck_
@djoptimistic_
🍤FOOD TRUCK: CAJUN SEDUCTION
- A Turn At The Table brings the Wednesday energy back to the dance floor with DJ VTHOM, Finsta, and a stacked lineup of selectors and guests. Expect a night built around discovery, community, and the sounds that keep the table turning.

🎶Thur.8.27 | MIDWEEK MELODIES W/ @djmonieloveee | 8-11PM
- Ease into Thursday with DJ Monie Loveee serving up a melodic midweek soundtrack. A laid-back night for good music, good company, and letting the week unfold at its own pace.

💕Fri.8.28 | SAGE AT SOPHIE’S W/ AGILE ONE + MAKEDA KRAVITZ | 9 PM-1 AM
🍗FOOD TRUCK: CAJUN SEDUCTION
- One night only, @sagebabesstl returns with two familiar faces from the early days of the series. @agile.one and one original resident Sophie's DJs @makedakravitz reunite for a special night that brings the energy, sounds, and spirit of SAGE back into the room.

🎧Sat.8.29 | ELEMENTAL: CELEBRATING 53 YEARS OF HIP HOP FEATURING
🪩DJ SETS BY: @djsinamin + @soopaman23_
🗣️HOSTED BY FINSTA
🎨ARTWORK BY: @brklynstl
👟BREAK DANCING BY: THE GRAND MARTELL & FRIENDS
9PM-1AM
🚚FOOD TRUCK: CAJUN SEDUCTION
- We close the week by bringing back ELEMENTAL, our celebration of the five elements of Hip Hop: DJ, MC, B-Boy/Girl, Graffiti, and Knowledge. DJ Sinamin and Soopaman DJ Speed handle the sounds, Finsta keeps it moving, BRKLYN brings the artwork, and The Grand Martell & Friends bring the breaking.
From reunions to new beginnings, this week is a reminder that the best nights are the ones that leave a little history behind.

📸: @tylersmall314 • @idunnomarty @miranda.munguia

🍹 HAPPY HOUR: WED TO SAT | 5 - 7 PM
🍸 $6 MARTINIS | $6 RAILS
🍷 $7 WINES BY THE GLASS

#sophiesstl #53yearsofhiph

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✨Get Up to get Down✨

One month closes, another begins. As July fades into August, we're keeping the music flowing with familiar faces, fresh energy, and another week of unforgettable nights. Here's what's on deck💫

🎧WED.7.29 | JAMES BIKO PRESENTS:
@aturnatthetable | 8-11PM
🎶BEATS BY: @djvthom
🎤HOSTED BY: FINSTA
FEATURING @romegotdawave_ @djdswift2 •@anansi.spins • @andrearkade • @djoptimistic_ @jad3_allur3
🚚FOOD TRUCK: @cajunseduction
- A Turn at the Table continues to spotlight the city's DJ community, creating space for connection, collaboration, and unforgettable sets. Come catch the next chapter of one of St. Louis' favorite weekly gatherings.

💜THUR.7.30 | FLAVOR OF THE MONTH: OPEN FORMAT W/ UMAMI | 8-11 PM
- @umamibeats keeps the dance floor guessing with an open-format mix that moves effortlessly through genres, blending crowd favorites with unexpected selections all night long.

☮️ FRI.7.31 | GOOD VIBES ONLY W/ @djsinamin | 9 PM - 1AM
🍽️FOOD BY: @chef_bailey_co
- Close out July with DJ Sinamin's signature blend of feel-good sounds, infectious energy, and a dance floor built on nothing but good vibes. Grab a bite from Chef Bailey Co. while you're here.

🪩SAT.8.1 | MOTOWN THROWDOWN 9PM-1AM | FEATURING DJ VTHOM & DJ DOMO FRESH
🍻POWERED BY: @4handsbrewingco
🚛FOOD TRUCK: CAJUN SEDUCTION
-We're kicking off August with a celebration of Motown classics, timeless soul, funk, and dance floor favorites. DJ VTHOM and @justdjdomo bring the perfect soundtrack for singing along, dancing all night, and starting the new month on the right note.

Here's to new beginnings, familiar rhythms, and another month of music, community, and unforgettable nights. We'll see you on the dance floor🌟
📸: @idunnomarty @matistlouis
🍹 HAPPY HOUR: WED TO SAT | 5 - 7 PM
🍸 $6 MARTINIS | $6 RAILS
🍷 $7 WINES BY THE GLASS

#sophiesstl #getdown #stl

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WOW… This has literally been years in the making 🥹

I am so happy to announce that I am BACK on YouTube!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

But this time, it’s different. I truly believe I’ve finally found my purpose and I’m walking in whatever God has called me to do. If you’ve been around for a while, then you already know.

I’m choosing to walk completely by faith and doing my best to follow my Father in Heaven’s will. With my good friend Jesus guiding me every step of the way, I’m trusting the process.

I’m not perfect—I’m human just like you. But I believe we can go on this journey together. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏼
So tell me… will you come along with me?
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#walkbyfaithnotbysight #faithbasedcontent #followerofchrist #jesusgirl

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Thank you @full_of_optimism_ Finally got new headshots! It’s been six years! 📸✨ Feeling excited, confident, and very thankful for the incredible work behind the camera. Stay tuned because there is more to come! 😊
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#contentcreator #digitalcreator #stlphotographer

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No caption I could write is big enough to explain what God has done and is doing for my family and me!

A picture is worth a thousand words, and for that, I give you all the Glory, God.

In Jesus’ name!

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Week 2 Game 4 – 👑 Kings vs Celtics ☘️

Final Score: Kings 57 – Celtics 42
A humbling loss for the Celtics… and a statement win for the Kings.

😈 The Kings didn’t just win — they psychologically dismantled the Celtics.
Taunts. Trash talk. Deep threes.
And leading the mental warfare? 🎤 Sofyan Mahmoud, conducting the ops with surgical precision.

🎯 The Kings knocked down 9 threes (28% from deep)
🔥 Rookie standout Shareef Ghinmat lit it up:
21 PTS | 5 REB | 2 AST | 60% FG (inside the arc) | 30% 3PT

The Celtics couldn’t hold composure.
Frustrated. Emotional. Off rhythm.
And the Kings?
They did it without head coach Mahdee Shawahin. 😳

After Week 1 doubts… the Kings just showed the league:
They’re real.
And they’re having fun doing it. 🥶🎭

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Season 2 Tip-Off: Spurs vs Kings
Final: Spurs 50 – Kings 31
Game 1 sets the tone… and Spurs made a statement.

Led by Captain Kevin Cox:
24 pts, 12 boards. Pure dominance 🔥
Head Coach Seek Rambler and Assistant Coach Abdullah Hamdan had the squad locked in—and were only a slightly afraid to challenge the whistle 🤣☠️

Kings? Still searching for rhythm…
Too much talent to stay scattered—but will they figure it out in time?

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3. Steal. And-1 💥
The talent is there, but can the Kings bring it together week 2?

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📸 @omar_elhamarnah
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⏱️ Timeouts hit different this season

S2W1 | The time of coaches begins

No more casual huddles—clipboards are out and voices are raised 🔥

For the first time, we’ve got coaches
🧠 Drawing up strategy
🗣️ Making adjustments
🤝 Holding brothers accountable

Some teams clashed
Some clicked
All came to compete

Let the season unfold

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Season 2 tipped off in a circle—shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart.

Dr. Lateef, a man of da’wah and devotion, started us off with a blessing.

This ain’t just hoops.
It’s brotherhood 🤝
For the sake of Allah ☝️

Let the season begin. In the name of God.

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DJ Williams filling in for @f.k3 week 8 Bulls Vs Kings.

HOT TAKE, I think Bulls take the W if Fadi is present.

📸 @nourthstar

#brotherhood #muslimbrotherhood #companions #companionship #basketballleague #ballislife🏀 #muslimbrothers #indoorbasketball #basketballshorts #basketballhighlights

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The ref clapping for @moekaid13. ☠️😂

📸@nourthstar

#brotherhood #muslimbrotherhood #companions #companionship #basketballleague #ballislife🏀 #muslimbrothers #indoorbasketball #basketballshorts #basketballhighlights

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