"Went here for a wedding. Cool place and a lot of history in this building. They have a lot of old school pictures of the Portuguese community and there is a chapel next store. They have a full kitchen and many events have been held there over the years."
our dedicated team
Office Staff
Meet the people behind United Portuguese S.E.S. that propels it toward its mission, vision, and goals.
our hospitable board
Meet Our Board of Directors
Annette Balelo
President

Meet Our President
Annette Balelo has been an active leader in the Portuguese community for over
Ashley Barandiaran
Board of Directors

Meet Ashley Barandiaran – UPSES Board of Directors
Ashley Barandiaran is committed to
Barbara Hosaka
Board of Directors

Meet Barbara Hosaka – UPSES Board of Directors
Barbara Hosaka plays a pivotal role at UPSES,
Berlyn Balelo
Board of Directors

Meet Berlyn Balelo – UPSES Board of Directors
Berlyn Balelo is a passionate supporter of
Darlene Byrne
Board of Directors

Meet Darlene Byrne – UPSES Board of Directors
Darlene Byrne serves as the 2025 Festa President
Deo Holmquist
Board of Directors

Meet Deo Holmquist – UPSES Board of Directors
Deo Holmquist is a dedicated volunteer at UPSES,
Dinisa Valadao
Board of Directors

Meet Dinisa Valadao – UPSES Board of Directors
Dinisa Valadao is committed to preserving
Grace Rosa Drummond
Board of Directors

Meet Grace Rosa Drummond – UPSES Board of Directors
Grace Rosa Drummond is dedicated to helping
Jeanette Diana Finete
Secretary

Meet Jeanette Diana Finete – UPSES Board of Directors
Jeanette Diana Finete is an essential
The Portuguese Market
Associates
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What People Say About Our Community
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A wonderful place. Great people and good food. A great place to go to play bingo and meet new people.

Brittany D'Arcangelo Taramasco

Gabriel Flores
"Our school held a Christmas event here, and I was delighted by the space and atmosphere."

David Carta
VOLUNTEER"Great venue. Went for a luncheon, a celebration of life. Perfect location near shelter island in San Diego."






















