We are heading back to 1996 for a retro spotlight on photographs from the Shields Gazette archives.
They include cub scouts, members of the Boys Brigade on the march, and scenes from a school play.
Elsewhere, We were watching 3rd Rock from the Sun and Sabrina the Teenage Witch on television and Independence Day on the big screen.
The Spice Girls were rocking the charts with Wannabe and a football anthem Three Lions was born.
But what do you remember about 1996 closer to home? See if these photos bring back memories.
1. The battalion march
Members of the Boys Brigade on their annual battalion march in May 1996. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: Shields Gazette
2. Taking a break at Littlehaven
Beach workers Derek Gales, Leslie Coulter and David Hepples take a well earned break on Littlehaven beach, in preparation for the summer. Photo: Shields Gazette
3. A special visitor to South Tyneside
Eagle Owl Bonny Lass got plenty of attention at the Brinkburn Community Association's open day in 1996, including from Tommy the Trumpeter and youngster Blake Gustafson. Photo: Shields Gazette
4. A Mortimer Road reminder
The Mortimer Road Junior School harvest festival in October 1996. Do you recognise any of the pupils? Photo: Shields Gazette