The image, taken at a corner that housed the former civic center, evokes the vibrant atmosphere of Alcorcón during that era. The murmur of conversations, greetings, and laughter, characteristic of a town with a strong identity, can almost be felt.
The place served as a gathering point for all generations. Elders shared chats on benches, watching the afternoon go by, while young people waited for friends to arrive to plan their weekend activities.
On Saturdays, around seven in the evening, the meeting was a must. In an era without mobile devices, attendance was a tacit commitment. The photograph brings to mind names like Javi, Alex, Ana, Elena, and Mamen, part of a larger group who shared those afternoons.
'El 20 años' went beyond its function as a simple meeting point; it was the start of plans that included venues like Ancla’s, Don Té, Oye, Macuilxo, or Sky. The essence lay in companionship, conversation, and the feeling of having the entire afternoon ahead.
Although the corner has evolved over time, the photograph allows us to relive an era and a way of understanding community life in Alcorcón, where the streets were the main stage for social interaction.
