Summertime and the memories are aplenty of how we whiled away the hours in times gone by.
But how did the people of South Tyneside pass the time in the summer of the early 60s?
Bars, beaches, browsing the shops and taking in the latest film were just some of the answers.
But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at these photo reminders of life in the sweltering 60s.
5. Watching the ships in 1964
Under the shadow of the ships and cranes of Swan Hunters shipyard, a Hebburn family enjoy a picnic in the King George playing fields in 1964. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
6. A refreshing drink at the club
Bailey's Cellar Club looks like a great place for a cooling drink. Here it is in 1962. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
7. Putting on a show
A real summery feel to this show in June 1962 but who can tell us more about the amateur dramatics group behind it? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
8. Taking in a film
How about a trip to the pictures. The Odeon was showing 'It's Trad, Dad' in this 1962 movie starring Helen Shapiro, Chubby Checker and Gene Vincent. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette