We know, it’s a mouthful, but it means a 75th anniversary, and in commemoration of its 75th anniversary this year, Garden City held a birthday celebration August 26 with the main festivities being an outdoor block party where businesses that call the shopping center home brought free samples, games and prizes outside to show off while a variety of entertainment was provided from different acts and performers throughout the day.

The day included free ice cream, steel drum music, a visit from a traveling Grey Sail Brewing truck and even a visit from Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins. Garden City has been honoring its 75 years of history all year with a packed schedule of events and surprises for those who frequent the shopping center, and they aren’t done yet. Keep an eye out on their website for upcoming events, gardencitycenter.com/events, such as this weekend’s coming beer garden at Avvio Ristorante featuring Grey Sail Brewing. These beer gardens will happen over the course of the next four weekends and will each focus on showcasing a different breweries offerings. (Photos by Steve Popiel)