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Book Launch Party @ Bookshop West Portal Enjoyed a wonderful book signing

Enjoyed a wonderful book signing event moderated by the fantastic author/sportswriter John Shea. Anna, Ryan and all the crew at Bookshop West Portal were so accommodating. Stop by this cozy, independent neighborhood spot for all of your reading needs in San Francisco. We treated the +50 attendees to free ice creams in memory of Willie Mays doing the same for his Harlem stickball buddies 75 years ago! THANKS to everyone who joined us and bought books. See more (including a couple of short...

Who's missing from this famous "Saturday Evening Post" cover illustration

Discover the omission from renowned artist Norman Rockwell's original work here.

It is 3:58 PM Eastern Time on October 3, 1951 James didn't actually see

James didn't actually see Pafko at the wall ... but Mr. Willie certainly did!

The Polo Grounds, New York City, circa 1951 In 14 Going On 24: Growing Up


In 14 Going On 24: Growing Up With Willie Mays, step into history as we retrace Willie's daily game-day walk from his Harlem boarding house to the Polo Grounds. Along the way, you’ll experience the legendary ballpark through his eyes and meet the colorful characters who helped define the New York Giants' fabled home.

"Meet me at Willie ..." Fans use the 9-foot tall bronze statue of Willie

Fans use the 9-foot tall bronze statue of Willie Mays located at the main entrance to the San Francisco Giants' Oracle Ballpark as a pre-game meeting place.