Glen Parsons and Joan Muschler are the featured speakers at the Albert Lea Art Center’s monthly Godtland Lecture Series at 7 p.m. Thursday.

They will be basing their talk on a book called “A Christmas Memory” by Truman Capote. The book is based on Capote’s childhood memories. The book shares his story with a favorite cousin, Sook Falk, much his senior, who were best friends as he grew up in Alabama. It is funny and very touching. It is beautifully written and Parsons and Muschler love to share it! They will also be sharing some other Christmas memories by some famous Minnesotans. There will likely be a few songs sung as well. The event is an informal and fun evening.

Albert Lea Art Center’s lecture series showcases local and visiting artists and craftsmen, and include painters, woodworkers, musicians, poets, potters, storytellers, jewelry artists, sculptors and more.

Additional information on the lecture series and other upcoming events may be found at www.thealbertleaartcenter.org. The Albert Lea Art Center is located at 224 S. Broadway in Albert Lea. Art center hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Art shop and gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.