State Sen. Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) is hosting a coffee and conversation event Thursday, Aug. 10, in Streator.

The event scheduled 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Streator Public Library, 130 S. Park St., is free and open to all members of the public.

The senator, whose district includes La Salle and Livingston counties, will provide an update on what has been happening at the Capitol in Springfield, and there will be time for people to offer their own comments and ask questions. Coffee will be provided.