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​The Parents' Association has hosted this beloved Academy event for decades. It takes many hands to turn St. James Academy into a Christmas Wonderland, almost overnight, and host over 50 vendors and a gourmet café for the weekend. A strong sense of community and pride in St. James Academy is evident when the doors of the Academy open to our family, friends, and to the public. This is the Parents' Association's biggest fundraiser and community builder for the 2024-2025 school year!
Come shop for unique gifts, beautiful jewelry, original artwork, and one-of-a-kind offerings from small, local businesses. Choose a decadent treat from an array of specialty confections. Pick out a hand-poured soy candle, goat milk soap, or a one-of-a-kind piece from a pop-up boutique. Browse our selection of men’s ties, wooden bowls, seasoning blends, premium alpaca products, and kids’ toys. There are trinkets and treasures for everyone on your list!
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Visit the online profiles of the many community vendors from the Christmas Shoppe and Café to learn more about them and develop your shopping plan for the Christmas Shoppe.
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Students in Young Foxhounds 2 through 8th grade have chosen themes and decorate a tree corresponding to their grade level. The trees will be on display inside of the gymnasium during Christmas Shoppe and will be auctioned off to the highest silent auction bidder. All proceeds will go to the Parents’ Association.
Mistletoe Mingle is an adult cocktail party that will take place on the evening of November 8th, in the Gymnasium from 7 pm - 10 pm.
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The prize for the 50/50 Fundraising Drawing is 50% of the money taken in through drawing ticket sales. The other 50% is retained by the Parents’ Association.
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The 50/50 Fundraising drawing winner selection will take place during The Mistletoe Mingle. You do not need to be present to win. The winner will be contacted following the drawing.​​​​​
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Schedule of Events
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Friday, November 8th
Christmas Shoppe hours & Festival of Trees on Display
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Christmas Café hours
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sip and Shop
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Mistletoe Mingle
7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ​​
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Saturday, November 9th
Christmas Shoppe hours & Festival of Trees on Display
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Christmas Café hours
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Sponsorship and Partners
We would like to sincerely thank Bill Kidd's Toyota for their sponsorship of all our Christmas Shoppe events.
Thank you to Prettyboy Run Farms in Parkton for supplying the greenery, tablescapes and decorative truck on display in the Café. To learn more about the offerings of this local SJA family-owned business click here: Prettyboy Run Farms - Tree Farm.
We would also like to thank our restaurant partner, Casa Mia's of Parkton, our Wine Prosecco partner, Troyer's Liquors and our beer partner, Inverness Brewery.
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Thank You for Your Generosity
As you can see, there are many ways to support this festive fundraiser. All proceeds from Christmas Shoppe benefit the students and teachers of St. James Academy.
With heartfelt appreciation, we thank you for your participation in this favorite, seasonal event and for your generosity.
We look forward to the merriest of seasons with you at St. James Academy!
Sincerely,
St. James Parents' Association
Christmas Shoppe and Café Committee
