A brief history of the Festa:
Herrinfesta Italiana is the celebration of the heritage of Herrin, a Southern Illinois community. Our festival provides a sense of community spirit, as well as a homecoming for former residents and a welcome to travelers from all over the Midwest. Proceeds from the event benefit the Herrin Chamber of Commerce and the Herrin Civic Center, as well as a number of community organizations that participate in individual events.

HerrinFesta Italiana office is located at 3 S. Park Avenue.

Mailing address: PO Box 2005, Herrin IL 62948

Committee organization:
The Herrinfesta Italiana committee is a committee of the Herrin Chamber of Commerce.

Current officers are:
Cris Trapani, President
Joey Helleny, Vice President
Jeanette Sollami, Secretary/Treasurer
Brett Crouse, Piazza Chairman
Cheryl Trench, Trustee
Frank King, Trustee
Jim Storch, Trustee
The 2nd Vice President of the Herrin Chamber of Commerce, chairman of the Herrin Civic Center Authority, and the Mayor of Herrin also serve on this committee.

Jim Gentile, Executive Director
Terri Thompson, Executive Secretary

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