All this was happening in The Bridges shopping centre 15 years ago.
Our photographers got views of JD Sports, La Senza, Waterstones, Model Zone and HMV.
There are reminders of an awards night and the day when a TV star came to Sunderland.
There’s the day when youngsters got their own Beauty and the Beast experience and when model racing cars were on show.
They all add up to a great set of memories from the Sunderland Echo archives and we would love you to share your own recollections of these experiences.
Have a look and then get in touch to tell us more by emailing [email protected]
9. Mums in the spotlight
Mum Joanne Charlton and baby Ben were pictured with midwife Gillian Lund (left) and co-ordinator Amanda Dunbar (right) at the launch of the new breastfeeding guide by the Bosom Buddies group. | se
10. Offers at JD Sports
There were offers galore in JD Sports in 2011. Tell us if you loved to shop there. | se
11. Awards night in 2011
Guests gather for the Sunderland Retail Awards which were held in the shopping centre. | se