So here it is, Merry Christmas and everybody was having fun in these South Tyneside retro scenes.
There were crackers, festive food and a visit from Santa Claus.
What a great time you had at St Margaret’s in 2003, Hebburn Library in 2004 and Jarrow Children’s Centre in 2009.
Get your best party outfit on for a trip back in time with the help of the Shields Gazette archives.
What a great time you had at St Margaret’s in 2003, Hebburn Library in 2004 and Jarrow Children’s Centre in 2009.