Jackie Anderson was roasted and toasted for her long-time community activism, as well as her retirement and 65th birthday, during an event at Center on Halsted. Friends and family from around the country were in town for the special event, hosted by Pow-Wow and featuring some of Pow-Wow’s poets. Pictured right, from left: Family friend Tina; Jackie’s grandson Torrence Gardner; Jackie; Jackie’s daughter Tracey Gardner; and Jackie’s son-in-law, Terrence. Photos by Tracy Baim
