Ring in the New Year with a special night of dinner and dancing to the sounds of Motown and more, performed live by Chicago’s own UpBeat Orchestra. Doors will open at 7:00 pm for an hour to relax and get settled, even enjoy a cocktail or two before dinner is served at 8:00 pm. The band starts at 9:00 pm and will play until 12:30 am. Enjoy a champagne toast and light snack as we countdown to the New Year. Dinner will delight the tastebuds with 3-meats including prime rib, ham, fried chicken, cheese ravioli, parslied red potatoes, mixed vegetables, tossed salad and dinner rolls, followed by dessert.

Cash bar is available 7pm-12:30am. Credit/Debit cards are NOT accepted at our bar.

UpBeat Orchestra has performed several times at our hall and we fill the house everytime, so don’t wait to buy your tickets. They will be playing dance music from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s, including some of everybody’s favorite Motown hits.

Come join us a we ring in the New Year in a special way you’re sure not to forget.

There’s a saying, “Once a Catholic, always a Catholic.” If you were baptized into the Catholic Church, or if you received any of the sacraments when you were younger, you’re still a Catholic, even if you don’t go to Mass or pray anymore. In short, the Catholic Church will always be your spiritual home, and you’re welcome home any time. How? Just show up. Visit a parish, talk to the pastor or one of the priests or to a parishioner and let them know you’re there. We want to welcome you home and help you renew a relationship with Jesus Christ that will be the source of your happiness now and for all eternity!

St James is a warm and loving community of believers, and welcome all newcomers. If you want to become a member of our parish family, please visit or call our office. It only takes a few minutes.