Summer 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 am – 12:00 pm
Dates: July 14 – August 20
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, 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Dates: July 14 – August 20
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: July 15 – September 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: Melissa Vidaña
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Dates: July 15 – August 19
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: Monday and Wednesday, 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Dates: July 13 – September 9
Cost: Pay what you can ($40–$170)
One-Day Classes
Bake & Eat Poffertjes: A Traditional Dutch Street Food
LEVEL: ALL
taught in English
Learn how to make poffertjes and enjoy eating them! Poffertjes are a Dutch street food, cooked in a special cast-iron pan and traditionally served warm with a generous amount of butter and powdered sugar.
Class limit: 8 students
Teacher: Victoria Skye Hale
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Saturday, 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Date: July 25
Cost: Pay what you can ($30–$60)
Peruvian Lunch: Papa a la Huancaina & Arroz con Pollo
LEVEL: ALL
taught in English
Cook a Peruvian lunch and eat together with the food we prepare! We will cook Papa a la Huancaina and Arroz con Pollo. Learn to combine the flavors of spices, chiles, and the cooking techniques to make this creamy potato appetizer and meal of chicken and rice. Lunch will contain chicken, milk, and be a bit spicy!
Class limit: 9 students
Teacher: Valery Cam
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Saturday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Date: August 15
Cost: Pay what you can ($30–$60)
Pad Thai Basics: Authentic Flavor with Local Ingredients
LEVEL: ALL
taught in English
Learn how to cook traditional Pad Thai with local supermarket ingredients. We will practice essential cooking techniques and practical ingredient hacks to achieve a consistently delicious balance of authentic flavors in this saucy noodle dish. Come bring this Thai classic to life in our shared kitchen! Recipe contains shrimp, eggs, and soy.
Class limit: 9 students
Teacher: Gift Payakkapong
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Saturday, 12:00 – 3:00 pm
Date: September 5
Cost: Pay what you can ($30–$60)
Conversation Hours
No registration needed. Drop-in when you can!
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: July 15 – September 9
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
English Conversation Hour
(Intermediate)
LEVEL: All levels
taught in English
Community practice for intermediate English learners. New topics and learning each week. Build friendships while practicing English! This Conversation Hour often includes some bonus practice materials.
Teacher: Marissa Athens
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Thursday, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Dates: July 16 – September 3
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: Victoria Hale
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Friday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Dates: July 17 – September 11
Cost: Free (donations are appreciated)
French Conversation Hour
(All Levels)
LEVEL: all
taught in Français
A casual space to practice French, build confidence, and connect with others. Come make conversation, make friends, and have fun with the language. Drop in! All levels welcome!
Teacher: Anna Mouquod
Where: In-person class at CMLC
Time: Tuesday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Dates: July 14 – September 1
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: Thursday, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Dates: July 16, July 30, August 13, August 27, September 10
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: July 11, August 8, September 12
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!