(KAIR)--An up close look at matters of the Kansas Legislature is the goal when the annual Legislative Coffee gatherings return to Atchison.

According to the Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce, the first for the current Legislative session is planned for Saturday.

It will begin at 9:00 at the Santa Fe Depot, in Atchison.

Republican State Representative John Eplee has confirmed his attendance, while other area representatives and senators have been invited to take part.

The coffee series allows area residents the chance to informally discuss the happenings in Topeka with state lawmakers.

Additional Legislative Coffees are scheduled for March 4 and April 1.

Coffee and Donuts will served at each event, which are sponsored by the Chamber and Medicalodge of Atchison.