United Technologies Center - Adult Education

09/18/2025

06/27/2025

For the foreseeable future, if you need to contact UTC's Adult Ed, please email us at [email protected] or call (207) 947-6474.

Our new website, hosted by MAEA, will hopefully be up soon! Thank you!

06/05/2025

🧺 Looking for a unique, hands-on experience this summer? Check out these basket-making workshops taught by local instructor Jessica Steele in Eddington, ME! These full-day classes are perfect for beginners—no experience or supplies needed. Just bring yourself (and maybe lunch)!

📍 Clifton Civic Center, 1387 Main Road, Eddington, ME
🎟️ Use code SPRING10 for 10% off – valid for past students, friends, or family!

✨ Upcoming Workshops:
🔹 Farmer’s Market Basket – June 7 | 9AM–4PM
🔗 Details & Registration

🔹 Gather Basket “Little Red Riding Hood” – July 12 | 9AM–4PM
🔗 Details & Registration

🔹 Guide Pack Basket – August 17 | 9AM–5PM
🔗 Details & Registration

🍪 Light snacks and wild eats (like dandelion pesto and scones!) will be provided.

🔍 Learn more about Jessica’s work in outdoor education and basketry at Wood Thrush Wilderness LLC. She also teaches in Augusta, Bar Harbor, Camden, Dover Foxcroft, and Ellsworth.

UTC Adult Education is happy to share local learning opportunities like these!

06/04/2025

🪡 Sewing Class Update – CANCELLED

We regret to inform you that our upcoming Sewing for Beginners course has been cancelled due to low enrollment. We apologize for any inconvenience and truly appreciate your interest.

If you were hoping to join this class, please stay tuned! We plan to offer similar opportunities in the future and would love to have you join us then.

📩 If you have any questions or would like to be notified about future sewing or crafting classes, feel free to message us or call our office.

Thank you for your continued support of UTC Adult Education!

05/28/2025

This has been cancelled for tonight! We hope it will be rescheduled sometime soon!

Join us on May 28th at 5:30 for an informational Seminar:
What's on Your Utility Bill: Understanding electric and political power

Have you noticed your electric bills rising? Have you ever wondered what all the different charges are on your bill? Are you struggling to keep up with payments? Join us to learn exactly what all the charges are on your light bill. We will go over the difference between delivery and generation charges, where things like storm costs and utility profits end up on your bill, and most importantly, how we can bring them down. Too often, people leave energy to so-called experts. This 90-minute session will also be an opportunity for you to share your critical knowledge about what it is like to be a utility customer.

05/20/2025

🚨 Now Accepting Applications! 🚨
Start your healthcare journey with UTC’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Training Program!

📅 Program Dates: Sept 2, 2025 – Mar 26, 2026
🕔 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 United Technologies Center, Bangor
💲 Tuition: $3,375 (payment plans available)
🩺 Includes a 160-hour clinical externship
📧 Apply by July 17: [email protected]

✅ Must be 18+ with a HS diploma or equivalent
🔍 Background check, assessment & immunizations required

👉 Don’t miss out on this hands-on, fast-paced opportunity to launch a career in healthcare!

05/19/2025

🧵✂️ Ready to learn how to sew this summer? Join us at UTC for Beginner’s Basic Sewing — a fun and hands-on course perfect for ages 10–17 (with a parent/guardian)!

🗓 Tuesdays, 5–8 PM | June 24 – July 29
💲 $121 for six sessions
📍 United Technologies Center, Bangor
👚 Learn machine operation, stitches, patterns & more with instructor Deb Lancaster!
📧 Register now: [email protected]

✨Bring your own sewing machine and let’s get stitching!

05/12/2025

Join us on May 28th at 5:30 for an informational Seminar:
What's on Your Utility Bill: Understanding electric and political power

Have you noticed your electric bills rising? Have you ever wondered what all the different charges are on your bill? Are you struggling to keep up with payments? Join us to learn exactly what all the charges are on your light bill. We will go over the difference between delivery and generation charges, where things like storm costs and utility profits end up on your bill, and most importantly, how we can bring them down. Too often, people leave energy to so-called experts. This 90-minute session will also be an opportunity for you to share your critical knowledge about what it is like to be a utility customer.

05/07/2025

🧵✨ Ready to sew this summer? Join our Beginner's Basic Sewing class with instructor Deb Lancaster!
🪡 Perfect for ages 10-17 (must be accompanied by a parent/guardian), this hands-on 6-week course will teach you the fundamentals of sewing while building confidence at your own pace.
📅 Tuesdays | June 24 – July 29
⏰ 5:00 – 8:00 PM
💲 $121 for the entire course
👉Bring your own sewing machine & basic supplies (see full list). Start with the basics, and soon you’ll be stitching your first creations!
🧵Sign up now to reserve your spot — don’t miss out!

05/02/2025

🌊 Curious about Floating Offshore Wind? Join us for Floating Offshore Wind 101: A Community Conversation on Wednesday, May 14th from 5:30–7:30pm at United Technologies Center in Bangor!

✅ Learn how offshore wind can create jobs, boost our economy, and support Maine’s Climate Action Plan.
🎤 Hear from local experts in clean energy, labor, and conservation.
🍕 Free pizza + childcare provided!
📍 200 Hogan Rd, Bangor, ME
📲 Register here (recommended, not required): https://tinyurl.com/yks4mwst

Let’s talk about Maine’s energy future—see you there!

04/23/2025

📢 Class Update: Crochet Class Cancelled

Unfortunately, our upcoming Crochet Class has been cancelled due to low registration. We hope to offer it again in the future with more interest!

In the meantime, keep an eye out 👀 — we may have classes and workshops coming up soon. Whether you're into hands-on hobbies, creative arts, or learning something totally new, there’s something for everyone. 🎨🛠️✨

Thank you for your continued support!