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Not sure if it was just a dance thing, or some school party that included dancing, but the first one I attended was in seventh grade at my junior high school. No idea what time of year, as this was in South Florida, but the school year was 1960-61 and it was some evening thing held in the outdoor patio or courtyard area at the school. The Twist was the current craze, and I remember being very awkward at getting the moves, and getting the HELL off the dance floor at first opportunity.
I guess I learned my lesson about going to dances because the next one I remember was my high school prom five years later. That wasn't so traumatic, as much of the music that had to be danced to was traditional, and I think we even got a little bit of coaching on basic dancing beforehand. I guess I got through that one okay.
Hmm ...
I'll let you know when the third time comes around.