The Fresh Canvas Party is a fundraiser for the Cancer Support Community – Benjamin Center that took place at The Museum of Flying in Santa Monica where Santa Rosa native Jack Herrguth was presented the Second Annual GILDA Award. The award is a tribute to the late Gilda Radner, a client of The Cancer Support Community until she tragically lost her battle against ovarian cancer in 1989. The event presented over fifty unique pieces for sale to benefit the centers free-of-charge programs from different artists including eco-friendly artists Billy Zane and Jane Roberts.
Comedians Jonah Ray, Kumail Nanjiani, Andy Kindler and Nick Swardson took to the stage following a heart-felt acceptance speech by Mr. Herrguth and the Latin musical styling’s of The Louie Cruz Beltran Ensemble.
