Sock Hop Raises Awareness
American Bandstand…………or was it A Paragon Bandstand???
The iconic show American Bandstand was an original powerhouse combining television, rock & roll and teenagers. The other night our club channeled American Bandstand by combing our spirit of giving, fun and hard work. Paragon Optimist Club is a non-profit organization that is also a powerhouse with members who love finding any opportunity to give back. Case and point, they heard sock hop and it immediately led to collecting socks for the homeless while we danced the night away!
American Bandstand was an American music performance and dance television program that aired in various versions from 1952-1989 and was hosted from 1956 until its final season by Dick Clark.
The original release date was October 7, 1952. The show aired from 3:30 - 4:30 delivering 3,000 episodes. The first song was “Whole Lotta Shaking Goin’ On” by Jerry Lee Lewis.
Thank you, Dick Clark, for the memories.
A Paragon Bandstand was too hosted by none other than Dick Clark. Members spent the evening dancing to tunes like Baby Love by the Supremes, Don’t be Cruel by Elvis Presley, Locomotionby Little Eva, YMCA, The Twist,and many more. Members came prepared in 50’s attire and held a dance competition complete with judges.
A fun, fun evening was had by all. We danced, and danced …...
A Paragon Bandstand took it to the next level when members not only showed up in their socks, but also brought a pair (or two) to donate. Over 40 pairs of socks were collected!
"For now, Dick Clark ... so long."
WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW? (by the Shirelles) was the only question asked as members left the clubhouse.
Thank you all for a fun time ladies. I am blessed to be surrounded by a group of women who want to have fun while we work to better to the world.
Janet L