We have got the Barnes Park ladies bowls team in action as well as the Washington Operatic Society which was getting ready for a waltz.
Roker Victory Club and the Vaux School of Sport also get our attention in a selection of photos from the Sunderland Echo archives.
Join us for a look back on a bygone era.
1. Ready to play
A scene from the 1980 Vaux School of Sport. Can you recognise any of the people taking part? Photo: se
2. Carnival time at Doxford Park
Doxford Park mini carnival at Doxford Park Community Centre. Can you spot a familiar face? Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Ready for a song in Washington
Washington Operatic Society was performing Waltzes from Vienna in March 1980. Does this bring back great memories? Photo: Sunderland Echo
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Painting a mural in Norman Court. Who can tell us more about this February 1980 scene? Photo: se