Welcome to Lydia's Place

Lydia's Place is an open mic coffeehouse sponsered by St James (Jamestown, NY). It opens its doors once a month to provide good food, entertainment, and a place to share your talents. Coffee, tea, and various soups, snacks, and baked goods are served while community members get on stage to sing, play an instrument, read a poem, or share some creative writing.

Not a Catholic? Don't worry, Lydia's Place is intended for all who wish to drop in.


The name comes from St Lydia (a seller of purple cloth), who opened the doors to her home to St Paul and St Silas in the early years of the church.


Check back for monthly dates, themes, and menus.