Here is a selection of photographs from the ‘Journal’ archive showing Christmas parties and toy appeals from around the city and district.
The more things change the more they stay the same, as they say.
5. Senior citizens in the Scouts' Hall, Distillery Brae, at a function organised by Derry Community Challenge.
Senior citizens in the Scouts' Hall, Distillery Brae, at a function organised by Derry Community Challenge. Photo: archive
6. A local scout unit handing over a Christmas cheque to Stradreagh Hospital
A local scout unit handing over a Christmas cheque to Stradreagh Hospital Photo: archive
7. An impressive collection of gifts amassed via the Odeon Toy Appeal.
An impressive collection of gifts amassed via the Odeon Toy Appeal. Photo: archive
8. Lots of happy faces at a Christmas party in the Stardust attended by 400 pupils from the Brow-of-the-Hill School.
Lots of happy faces at a Christmas party in the Stardust attended by 400 pupils from the Brow-of-the-Hill School. Photo: archive