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.
5. Getting festive in 2009
The South Shields Pensioner Association Christmas party at The Office in Victoria Road 14 years ago. Recognise anyone? | TR Photo: TR
6. Santa calls in at Jarrow
Parents and toddlers got to meet Father Christmas at the Jarrow Children's Centre in 2009 | TR Photo: TR
7. Having a ball in Hebburn Library
Back to 2004 when fancy dress was the order of the day at the Hebburn Library Christmas party | CL Photo: CL
8. Fun at Boldon School
Boldon School's Annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party looked like fun in 2013. | SN Photo: Stu Norton