Perhaps you were pictured at Luxdon Laundry or throwing sponges for charity in the town centre. It is all in our look back on Wearside life 40 years ago.
Were you there when Sunderland took on Manchester United in January 1981 or when the Odeon cinema staff were pictured?
To re-live it all, take a look through these archive photos.
1. Pennywell in August 1981
A scene from the Pennywell Coffee Bar where these bike scramblers were in the picture. Recognise anyone? Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. All smiles in Farringdon
Fancy dress time at Farringdon playscheme in August 1981. Is there someone you know in this photo? Photo: se
3. Brilliant at the Barnes
A competition for bar staff was held at the Barnes Hotel in September 1981 and these were the finalists. Recognise anyone? Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. In the picture at the Odeon
Two families had plenty of members on the staff of the Odeon in 1981. Pictured are (left to right): Rose Ramsay, Jessie Patterson, Valerie Souter, Billy Souter, Brenda Defty, Ann Wilson and Irene Cryan. Photo: SE