In the 1950s, sock hops were usually held in the gym or cafeteria at a school. The term sock hop came about because dancers were required to remove their shoes to protect the floors. Sock hops were a big feature of the 1950s and rock and roll. Danny and the Juniors sang "At the Hop", which named popular dances and what generally happened at a sock hop. The kids just wanted to dance and have a good time.
What a great time, and great memories. I do an internet Oldies show called "Rock with the Shock". Having spent over 15 years in radio in the old days, it's therapeutic for me to "spin the oldies" once again on world wide radio. Look me up on Google "Rock with the Shock Oldies" and give a listen, if you can. Thanks for the great memories of Sock Hops in the Gymnasium!
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