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.
Register Now for our 12-week Virtual Portuguese Language Course
Register early to receive a FREE textbook while supplies last!!
We offer several VIRTUAL classes for Adults & Children 13 and older
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
INTERMEDIATE ADULTS Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM
INTERMEDIATE ADULTS
Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:20 PM
ADVANCED ADULTS Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM
ADVANCED ADULTS
Classes run for 12 weeks on Sundays from September 13 to December 6, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:50 PM
Non-Member: $300Member: $275*
Non-Member: $300
*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.
*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.
This event is by special email invitation only.
Obrigado to 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!
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, 3:30pm - 6:00pm Where: Sausalito Portuguese Cultural CenterWho: IDESST Volunteers and Donors (by special email invitation only — no admission fee)What: Tacos by LaVier, drinks, and great conversation, all providedGuests: 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. **Use the special code in your email invitation to RSVP** Até lá! Hope to see you there! IDESST SAUSALITO CULTURAL CENTER511 CALEDONIA STREET | SAUSALITO | MAIN: 415.331.5925
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.
**Use the special code in your email invitation to RSVP**
Até lá! Hope to see you there!
IDESST SAUSALITO CULTURAL CENTER511 CALEDONIA STREET | SAUSALITO | MAIN: 415.331.5925
Four-Courses, One Incredible Night!
A Toast to the Iberian Peninsula
Only 100 seats! Join us for our Second Annual Dinner.
October 24th, 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center
511 Caledonia Street, Sausalito
Each year, we set out on a culinary journey across the full map of Portuguese flavor. This year, this journey takes us from the hearty greens of the north, to the colonial spices of Mozambique, down to the sun-soaked south where Portugal's culinary roots intertwine with its Iberian neighbors.
We begin the evening with Camarão Moçambique, a spicy shrimp dish born from Portugal's colonial ties with Africa, alongside classic presunto e queijo. From there, we travel north with Caldo Verde, Portugal's beloved kale soup and one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Gastronomy.
Rice arrived in the Iberian Peninsula through the Moors in the 8th century, who brought both the grain and the irrigation techniques to grow it. The word "arroz" - Portuguese and Spanish alike — comes directly from the Arabic "ar-ruzz." As rice cultivation spread across southern Iberia, from Andalusia to the Alentejo and Algarve, a shared tradition took root: rich, saucy, communal rice dishes cooked and served from the same pot.
As a tribute to that shared heritage, our main course is paella, prepared by our Vice President, Jim Lino, and his team. Jim has spent years mastering this craft, cooking for crowds large and small. This year he’s bringing that mastery to our Hall, sharing a dish he’s passionate about with the community he loves.
Only 100 seats available, and when they're gone, they're gone.
An Evening That Feeds Your Soul (and Your Curiosity)
5:30 PM | Doors Open: Step into the warm welcome our Portuguese Hall is famous for. Savor our curated list of Portuguese wines, along with beer and non-alcoholic options at our no-host bar, open all evening.
5:30-6:15 PM | Appetizers: A selection of appetizers with global Portuguese influence to start the evening right.
6:15-8:30PM | Dinner: Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal to the sound of live classical and Latin guitar, courtesy of Daniel Matchain, who studied at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
First Course: Caldo Verde, Portugal's beloved kale soup, served at your table.
Main Course | Family-Style Feast: Paella takes center stage, served family-style alongside a fresh salad; designed to bring even more warmth and togetherness to the table.
Dessert: Flan, paired with a complimentary small pour of Tawny Port.
Why This Matters (beyond the incredible food)
Every ticket you purchase directly supports the Hall's ongoing programs and traditions. You're not just attending a dinner; you're investing in our community's cultural future.
Attire: Dressy/Cocktail (because great food deserves great style)
With only 100 seats at intimate tables, this will sell out fast. Don't be the one asking, "When's the next one?"
Reserve your Tickets Now!
TICKETS:
Individual (Member): $75 / person Individual (Non-Members): $85 / person Table (Member) - seats 8: $565 / table Table (Non-Members): $640 / table Wine Corkage: $25 / bottle
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For general inquiries: email ticketsales@idesst.org
EMAIL TICKETSALES@IDESST.ORG FOR RESERVATIONS IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO RESERVE TICKETS ONLINE.
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
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.
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!
2026 Calendar of Events
Annual Crab Dinner Fundraiser:January 31stBoard of Directors Meetings: Bi-Monthly (TBD)Sip & Savor: Bi-Monthly, 2nd FridaysFebruary 13thApril 10thJune 12thAugust 14thOctober 9thDecember 11thHoly Ghost FestaMay 24th
Taste of PortugalOctober (TBD)Volunteer & Donor Appreciation Day (TBD) November (TBD)
IDESST | SAUSALITO PORTUGUESE CULTURAL CENTER | 511 Caledonia Street | Sausalito, CA 94965
Main Phone: 415.331.5925 | General Email: info@idesst.org | Rental Phone: 415.465.2323| Rental Email: rental@idesst.org
