The Providence Athenaeum and The Public’s Radio are proud to partner to present The Public’s Voice, a panel discussion on the state of Rhode Island politics, on Thursday, Nov. 10 at 5:30 p.m.

Ian Donnis, political reporter for The Public’s Radio, will host and moderate the discussion. Joining the conversation are three experts in Rhode Island politics: Steve Frias, local historian and RI GOP National Committeeman; Nirva LaFortune, Providence Ward 3 City Councilor and former mayoral candidate; and Adam Myers, Professor of Political Science at Providence College.

The discussion will occur in person from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Providence Athenaeum (251 Benefit St., Providence, RI, 02903). The event is free and open to members and nonmembers of the Providence Athenaeum. Please register for tickets at eventbrite.com/e/in-person-the-publics-voice-tickets-407500373587. Ticket includes access to a pre-program reception from 5:30 to 6 p.m.

The discussion will be recorded and broadcast on The Public’s Radio on Saturday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 13, at 4 p.m. Tune in to 89.3FM or stream online at thepublicsradio.org.

The Providence Athenæum is an independent, member-supported library that has been at the heart of cultural life in Providence, Rhode Island for nearly 200 years. Our mission is to enrich the mind, inspire the spirit, and elevate the public discourse. Learn more at provath.org.

The Public’s Radio is a nonprofit journalism organization serving Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Our mission is to provide quality journalism and compelling storytelling that informs, educates, and inspires our local community. The Public’s Radio can be heard on the air at 89.3 FM. Visit us online at www.thepublicsradio.org.