BEN TUCKER at Books Inc. Alameda

Sat Nov 23 2024 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-08:00

Books Inc. | Alameda

Books Inc.
Publisher/HostBooks Inc.
BEN TUCKER at Books Inc. Alameda
Advertisement
Books Inc. Alameda presents Ben Tucker, reading and signing copies of his memoir, A Good Run.
About this Event

Books Inc. Alameda presents Ben Tucker, reading and signing copies of his memoir, A Good Run.


A coming of age memoir of an African American middle distance runner during the civil rights era. Ben was the first African American to run the equivalent of a 4 minute mile in 1964. He was a member of San Jose State NCAA cross county championship teams 1962 and 1963.

The book takes the reader on a journey with a three year old black boy who is boarding a segregated train in Louisiana bound for San Francisco during the Great Migration. The journey continues on a jog through Ben’s remarkable life, growing up in de facto segregated San Francisco public housing projects and the Bayview-Hunters Point neighbor. He describes his life experiences in revealing details; what it was like living in an all black community while attending integrated public schools.

Ben discovers that he is a talented high school middle distance runner. A track scholarship to San Jose State University exposes him to the national and world stages as an All American middle distance runner. He was also exposed to and influenced by the intellectual discourse and social activism on campus.

The book provides the reader insight into the world of a black student athlete during the tumultuous ‘60’s.

We had the good fortune of meeting Ben during last year’s Storytime series at our store in Alameda. He joined the team from Stagebridge a few times bringing his storytelling magic and wisdom. Please join us as we celebrate this amazing man, and his life!


Ben Tucker is a retired University of California administrator. He is an author, storyteller, and podcaster. Ben is a board member of the Storytellers Association of California (SAC) and The Prescott Children’s Theatre.

Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Books Inc., 1344 Park Street, Alameda, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00

Sharing is Caring:

More Events in Alameda

The Michael James Connection @ Alameda Brewing
Fri Nov 22 2024 at 06:30 pm The Michael James Connection @ Alameda Brewing

1716 Park St, Alameda, CA, United States, California 94501

The Permanent Records and Flunch! LIVE at McGees!
Fri Nov 22 2024 at 08:00 pm The Permanent Records and Flunch! LIVE at McGees!

McGees Park St

USC vs. UCLA - Northern California x San Francisco Bay Area Game Watches
Sat Nov 23 2024 at 12:00 am USC vs. UCLA - Northern California x San Francisco Bay Area Game Watches

San Francisco Bay Area

Pacific Coast CLA Fall Convention 2024
Sat Nov 23 2024 at 09:00 am Pacific Coast CLA Fall Convention 2024

Alameda High School

Pajama Night
Sat Nov 23 2024 at 06:00 pm Pajama Night

2205 South Shore Center, Alameda, CA, United States, California 94501

Oakland Roots & Soul Youth Camp
Mon Nov 25 2024 at 09:00 am Oakland Roots & Soul Youth Camp

Oakland Roots Practice Facility

4th Monday's Jazz Jams with Larrie Noble, 6-9pm
Mon Nov 25 2024 at 06:00 pm 4th Monday's Jazz Jams with Larrie Noble, 6-9pm

1453 Webster St, Alameda, CA, United States, California 94501

Thanksgiving Cruise Party
Fri Nov 29 2024 at 05:15 pm Thanksgiving Cruise Party

2394 Mariner Square Dr

Friendsgiving Potluck & White Elephant Gift Exchange
Fri Nov 29 2024 at 06:00 pm Friendsgiving Potluck & White Elephant Gift Exchange

KARIBU By Wachira

Black Friday Funk: A Funksgiving Dance Party
Fri Nov 29 2024 at 09:00 pm Black Friday Funk: A Funksgiving Dance Party

The Fireside Lounge

Alameda is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Alameda Events