A Letter from the Chair
It is with great pleasure that, on behalf of the SJA Parents’ Association, we welcome you to Christmas Shoppe & Cafe 2026!
This beloved event is a longstanding tradition at St. James Academy. For two days each year, St. James Academy, the SJA Parents’ Association, and many dedicated volunteers transform our campus into a magical and festive shopping and dining experience.
Christmas Shoppe & Cafe is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. Enjoy a sense of community, support St. James Academy, and browse more than 50 vendors offering unique gifts, original artwork, handcrafted jewelry, home décor, boutique apparel, children’s toys, delicious treats, and so much more.
We invite you to join us for this cherished tradition and important Parents’ Association fundraiser—our largest fundraiser of the 2026–2027 school year. Every purchase helps support the students, teachers, and programs that make St. James Academy such a special place.
After shopping, take a break and enjoy something delicious from our Christmas Shoppe Cafe, catered by Casa Mia’s. Whether you’re meeting friends for lunch, enjoying a glass of wine or beer, or simply grabbing a bite to eat, there’s something on the menu for everyone.
Be sure to stock your freezer with Casa Mia’s famous soups! Place your order ahead of time, shop during Christmas Shoppe hours, and pick up your soup-to-go order on your way out.
Take a break from shopping and create something special in our Makers’ Mart!
Don’t miss Fir the Love of Hounds: A Festival of Trees in the Gymnasium. Each beautifully decorated tree represents a grade level at St. James Academy—from Preschool through Grade 8. Bid on your favorite tree in our silent auction and help support our school while celebrating the creativity of our community.
A heartfelt thank you to the Christmas Shoppe Committee, whose countless hours of planning and dedication make this event possible. Thank you as well to our Parents’Association Board, St. James faculty and staff, our incredible vendors, and the many volunteers who generously give their time and talents. We are also grateful to our wonderful restaurant partner and SJA family-owned business, Casa Mia’s, and to the Connellee Family for their generous donation of all soft drinks and Pepsi products.
I invite you to join us for this special tradition, connect with friends old and new, and celebrate the joy of the season with the St. James Academy community.
Sincerely,
Rachael Gore
Christmas Shoppe Chair & Parents’ Association President
2026–2027
