Spring Term 2026
Each person may register for a maximum of 2 classes every season
For question, call: 541-632-3890 or email: info@cmlcenter.org
English Classes
To register for an English Class, follow the registration link and complete the placement form. Students are placed into classes based on their placement results and do not select their own class level.
If you would like to practice English informally, please see the Conversation Hours below.
Emerging Beginner
English Class
LEVEL: Emerging Beginner
taught in English
A class for new English speakers. Focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, with an emphasis on vocabulary. Similar to the Beginner Class, but specifically for learners with no previous experience with English.
Class limit: 12 students
Teacher: Melissa Vidaña
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 – 11:30 am
Dates: Apr 14 – June 11
Cost: Pay what you can ($40–$170)
Beginner English Class
LEVEL: Beginner
taught in English
A class for new English speakers. Focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, with an emphasis on vocabulary and introductory conversation.
Class limit: 12 students
Teacher: Melissa Vidaña
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Dates: Apr 14 – June 11
Cost: Pay what you can ($40–$170)
Pre-Intermediate
English Class
LEVEL: Pre – Intermediate
taught in English
Improve speaking, reading, listening, and conversation skills through fun group and partner work. For English learners who can meet basic communication.
Class limit: 12 students
Teacher: Nanci Sparks
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Wednesday and Friday, 10:30 – 11:30 am
Dates: Apr 15 – June 12
Cost: Pay what you can ($40–$170)
Pre-Intermediate English Class
LEVEL: Pre – Intermediate
taught in English
Improve speaking, reading, listening, and conversation skills through fun group and partner work. For English learners who can meet basic communication.
Class limit: 12 students
Teacher: Melissa Vidaña
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Dates: Apr 15 – June 10
Cost: Pay what you can ($40–$170)
Intermediate English Class
LEVEL: Intermediate
TAUGHT IN ENGLISH
Learn speaking, reading, listening, writing, grammar and vocabulary with an emphasis on real-life situations like talking to a doctor, handling emergencies, renting or buying a home, and visiting the vet.
Class limit: 12 students
Teacher: Olha Somak
Where: Online
Time: Tuesday and Wednesday, 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Dates: Apr 14 – June 10
Cost: Pay what you can ($40–$170)
One-Day Classes
Chèvre Cheesemaking Basics
LEVEL: ALL
taught in English
In this workshop, we will make a creamy French-style chèvre cheese using goat milk. Students will learn about basic milk chemistry, cheese types, and cooking with and making cheese! We will make and mix different chèvre flavors and sample them at the end of class. Students will leave with the knowledge and experience to make chèvre cheese at home.
Class limit: 9 students
Teacher: Margot Schwarz
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Saturday, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Date: May 2
Cost: Pay what you can ($30–$60)
Conversation Hours
No registration needed. Drop-in when you can!
English Conversation Hour (Intermediate)
LEVEL: Intermediate
taught in English
Community practice for intermediate English learners. New topics and learning each week. Build friendships while practicing English!
Teacher: Marissa Athens
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Monday, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Dates: Apr 20 – June 8
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
English Conversation Hour
(All Levels)
LEVEL: All levels
taught in English
Community practice for Intermediate English learners. New topics and learning each week. Build friendships while practicing English!
Teacher: Sunita Vasdev
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Dates: Apr 14 – June 9
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
English Conversation Hour
(All Levels)
LEVEL: All levels
taught in English
Community practice for all levels English learners. New topics and learning each week. Build friendships while practicing English!
Teacher: Becky Vidrine
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Wednesday, 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Dates: Apr 15 – June 10
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
English Conversation Hour
(All Levels)
LEVEL: all
taught in English
Community practice for all levels English learners. New topics and learning each week. Build friendships while practicing English!
Teacher: Victoria Hale
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Friday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Dates: Apr 17 – June 12
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
Portuguese Conversation Hour
(All Levels)
LEVEL: all
taught in Português
A casual space to practice Portuguese, build confidence, and connect with others. Come make conversation, make friends, and have fun with the language. Drop in! All levels welcome!
Teacher: Maryane Crestani
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Friday, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Dates: Apr 24, May 8, May 22, June 5
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
Italian Conversation Hour
(Intermediate-Advanced)
LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced
taught in Italiano
A casual space for intermediate to advanced speakers to practice Italian, build confidence, and connect with others. It’s all about conversation, culture, and having fun with the language.
Teacher: Camilla Sartori
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Friday, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Dates: Apr 17, May 1, May 15, May 29, June 12
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
Spanish Conversation Potluck Lunch
(All Levels)
LEVEL: all
taught in Español
All-levels Spanish Conversation monthly potluck. Come! Bring and share tastey food y conoce a nuevos amigos conversando en español. Drop in! No registration required.
Teacher: Pedro Molina Sanchez
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Saturday, 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Dates: Apr 25, May 9, June 13
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
Art and Wellness
No registration needed. Drop-in when you can!
Craft Night
LEVEL: all
taught in English
Come craft with us! Bring your own supplies or use the materials from the CMLC. Each month we’ll focus on a different craft. This is a casual event, you can come by late or leave early.
Themes:
April 7 – Paper collage portraits
May 5 – Clay sculptures
June 2 – Hand painted greeting cards
Teacher: Anastasiia Ragozina
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Dates: Apr 7, May 5, June 2
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
Cultivando la Calma
LEVEL: all
taught in Español
¿Quiere llevar la vida con más calma y tranquilidad? En esta clase, aprenderá estrategias para prevenir y manejar la ansiedad, como la meditación y técnicas de respiración, con el fin de cuidar nuestra salud mental. Clase virtual; no se requiere inscripción. Únase a la clase con ese enlace
Teacher: Monica Olvera
Where: Online (Únase a la clase con ese enlace)
Time: Tuesday, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Dates: Apr 14 – June 9
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners and grantors whose generous support makes it possible for us to offer our classes on a sliding scale, ensuring accessibility for everyone! Thank you for your support!