GALLERY – Jackson residents gathered at Westland Plaza Shopping Center for the Party at the Polls Jackson Family Reunion, a free, nonpartisan community event held ahead of Election Day

On Nov. 2nd, Jackson residents gathered at Westland Plaza Shopping Center for the Party at the Polls Jackson Family Reunion, a free, nonpartisan community event held ahead of Election Day. Hosted by When We All Vote, Mississippi MOVE and Hoopbus, the event featured a basketball skills challenge and meet and greet with WNBA All-Star Nneka Ogwumike, an appearance by Trinitee Stokes and musical performances. The event was part of a three day statewide celebration designed to encourage voter participation by providing Mississippians with voting information and resources to help them prepare for Election Day. The celebrations will continue Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, with additional Party at the Polls events scheduled at Jackson State University and Tougaloo College. Mississippi MOVE also offered free transportation to assist voters traveling to the polls. (Advocate Photos: Joshua Martin)