America and the Black Vote Forum

A nonpartisan forum marking Black History Month will examine the historical legacy and contemporary impact of the Black vote on American democracy. The program, scheduled for Feb. 25 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Riverhead Free Library, will include a demonstration of new voting machines by the Suffolk County Board of Elections, offered in partnership with the AAECF Inc.’s #LIVOTEREADY initiative, with hands-on voter education ahead of upcoming elections. Scheduled panelists include Frederick Brewington, Esq.; Alyson Bass, Esq., Regional II director for the National Bar Association; Phil Andrews of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce; Colette Morgan of the Brookhaven Women’s Caucus; Godson Michel of Blue Surge Marketing Agency; and Terry Wildrick, co-president of the League of Women Voters of the Hamptons, Shelter Island and the North Fork. Veronique Bailey of See Exceptional Expectations Inc. is listed as moderator. The evening will also feature a live performance by reggae recording artist and activist Winston Irie, along with musical selections including “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and other favorites by musician minister Ted Turpin. The event, presented by the African American Educational and Cultural Festival Inc. is free and open to the public. Reserve a spot here. Riverhead Free Library is located at 330 Court St., Riverhead.