IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center upcoming events

Sip & Savor: Let's Get Together! 6-8 pm (August 14, 2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Happy Hour

Reconnect with old friends, meet our newest board directors, and get to know our new members while enjoying an evening filled with Portuguese camaraderie and warm conversation. We’ll be sharing beverages throughout the night to keep the celebration lively. Bring along your guests and come ready for a fun, memorable night together. We can’t wait to see you — be sure to RSVP and join the festivities!

Bring a Favorite Petisco

If you can, bring a petisco (Portuguese-style tapas), to make our gathering even more special. We'd love contributions of light, savory, or sweet shareable bites to add that surprise element to our potluck! We hope you'll be inspired to bring something (homemade or store bought) to contribute.

Event Details

When: August 14, 2026, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center

Who: IDESST members + guests (complimentary admission!); Please RSVP!

What: Refreshing beverages, delectable nibbles, great conversation, and a chance to meet other members and their guests

Até lá! Hope to see you there!

IDESST SAUSALITO CULTURAL CENTER
511 CALEDONIA STREET | SAUSALITO | MAIN: 415.331.5925

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (September 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Volunteer & Donor Appreciation | 3-6 pm (September 26, 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Obrigado to All of You!

For all our 2026 IDESST volunteers and donors, join us on September 26th at the IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center. We'll gather in person, share great food and drinks, and celebrate everything you've contributed to our legacy.

Reconnect with old friends, meet our board directors, and get to know our newest members, all while enjoying an evening of Portuguese camaraderie and warm conversation. This year, we're treating you to delicious tacos catered by LaVier — come hungry and ready for a fun, memorable night together. RSVP by September 19th!

Event Details

When: September 26, 2026, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Where: Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center
Who: IDESST Volunteers and Donors (by special email invitation only — no admission fee)
What: Tacos by LaVier, drinks, and great conversation, all provided
Guests: You're welcome to bring one guest!

RSVP Required by September 19th!

This is our way of saying thank you, and we want to make sure we have enough food and seats for everyone. Please RSVP by Saturday, September 19th — space and catering are planned based on responses, so we can't accommodate last-minute additions.

Até lá! Hope to see you there!

IDESST SAUSALITO CULTURAL CENTER
511 CALEDONIA STREET | SAUSALITO | MAIN: 415.331.5925

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (October 04, 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (October 11, 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (October 18, 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (November 01, 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Quarterly Board of Directors Meeting (In Person & Zoom) - Members Welcome (November 01, 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

WHEN | Board of Directors meetings are now held quarterly on the first Sunday of the month. Meetings are usually held at a new time, from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, and include light morning snacks (unless otherwise noted on our event calendar or by email announcement).

WHERE | IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center | 511 Caledonia St., Sausalito

All members are invited to participate in our ongoing planning by attending the meetings. Please let us know if you can attend the meeting by sending an R.S.V.P. to memberservices@idesst.org.

REMOTE ATTENDANCE | Members can also join the meeting using their computer, tablet, or smartphone via ZOOM. Only active members are allowed to join a meeting. Members will receive an email with the ZOOM link and instructions a few days before the meeting. Keep an eye out for the reminder announcement.

The last meeting of each calendar year shall be known as the "Annual Meeting." At such Annual Meetings, Directors and officers shall be elected, reports of the affairs of the Corporation shall be considered, and other business may be transacted which are within the powers of the members. The date and time will be announced at a later date.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (November 15, 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Portuguese Language Class | Fall 2026 (December 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Class Levels | Days & Times

We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older

Beginner Level 1: Sunday 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM Pacific Time
Beginner Level 2: Sunday 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM Pacific Time
Intermediate: Sunday 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM Pacific Time
Advanced: Sunday 2:30 PM – 3:50 AM Pacific Time

Not sure which class best suits your level? Enroll where you think you best fit, then attend class on the first day. You can change your registration by no later than the end of the second class.

A class may be canceled if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Semester Schedules

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 1 *FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS*

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

BEGINNER ADULTS LEVEL 2

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

INTERMEDIATE ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

ADVANCED ADULTS

Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM

September: 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22 (No class Nov 29 - Thanksgiving)
December: 6

Tuition

Non-Member: $300
Member: $275*

*An active IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center membership is required prior to registration in order to receive the member discount. Membership applications must be reviewed and approved by our Board of Directors before your membership becomes active and eligible for the discount. The Board reviews applications once per month.

To submit a new member application, and to further support IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center, click here.

Each participant in the same household must register individually, even if sharing the same computer and Zoom connection to attend class. This ensures fairness in compensating the instructor for every participant's involvement.

Late registration will be allowed until the start of the 3rd class. Make-up classes or credit are not available if a student misses a class. In the event the instructor misses a class, a make-up class will be scheduled or a recording of the class may be provided.

Visit our Classes webpage for detailed class descriptions and

to submit any inquiries to the Language Program.

Holiday Sip & Savor | December 11, 2026 (December 11, 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Our
Holiday Happy Hour | Sip & Savor
December 11th, 6-8 pm

Don't Miss our Holiday Celebration

Drop in to celebrate with new and old friends and enjoy an evening of Portuguese camaraderie. We plan to share some festive beverages for the evening too. Let's celebrate the season!

Bring a Favorite Holiday Petiscos

If you can, bring a petiscos (Portuguese-style tapas), both homemade or store-bought, to make this gathering even more special. We'd love contributions of light, savory, or sweet shareable bites to add that surprise element to our potluck!

Join Us in Donating to those in Need

If you can bring some unopened, non-perishable shelf-stable foods like canned protein, peanut butter, beans, pasta, rice, and cereal, we will deliver them to the SF-Marin Food Bank. Help us make a real difference for our neighbors facing hunger this year.

Event Details

When: Friday, December 11th | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Where: IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center

Who: IDESST members + guests (complimentary admission!)

What: Refreshing beverages, delectable nibbles, great conversation, and a chance to meet other members and their guests

RSVP: Please register so we know how many to expect!

Até lá! Hope to see you there!

IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center