Events

Firehouse Cultural Center in partnership with Patel Conservatory @Straz Center presents a Kids Theater Program. This Free program will start Mondays, Jan. 5 until April 13 from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Limited Space for ages 5 – 9. Free Programming provided by Patel Conservatory. Underwritten by The Straz.

You’ll discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, beginner to intermediate course focused on the fundamentals of wheel throwing. In 5 weeks, you'll learn how to center clay, pull walls, and shape basic forms like bowls, mugs, and cylinders. We'll also cover trimming, surface decoration, and glazing techniques so you can finish and fire your own unique pieces. No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and willingness to get your hands dirty! Includes 25 lbs. of clay, glaze and firing. Thursdays, 9:30 am until 12:00 pm, Jan. 8 – Feb. 5.

Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Thursdays: 9:30 am – Noon, Adults. 4 session fee, each day is it’s own session. Book January 2026 - December 2026.

Strengthen your skills in our monitored figure drawing session with a variety of timed poses. Bring your chalk, paint, charcoal or pencil, you choose the medium. Model varies by session. Second and Fourth Thursday of the month in 2026, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Age 18+. Begins Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Back at the Firehouse in the New Year, the Memphis Rub Band is a 4-piece band from Florida's Suncoast area. They perform a blend of blues and rock with a bit of R&B and funk mixed in. Come out and see The Memphis Rub Band, a dynamic group, Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 7:30 pm.

Whether you're a complete beginner or have some painting experience, this class offers an enriching journey tailored to your pace and interests. Choose the medium that suits you—watercolor or acrylic—and unlock your creative potential. Instructor: Michael Parker. Mondays, Jan. 12 – Feb. 16, 2026, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

You create 3 stackable bracelets – so much eye candy in beads it makes it hard to choose! These make a great gift, or gift for self (since you make 3, it’s up to you). Includes all tools and supplies. Wednesday, January 14th from 1:00pm – 3:00 pm

Firehouse Cultural Center opens the 2026 season with an FCC favorite: jazz vocalist Scotty Wright. Join us, with Scotty’s quartet, at FCC, as we start the year off Wright. Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 7:30 pm.

You will make a 2-piece heart on heart design. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tues. Jan. 20 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.

Strengthen your skills in our monitored figure drawing session with a variety of timed poses. Bring your chalk, paint, charcoal or pencil, you choose the medium. Model varies by session. Second and Fourth Thursday of the month in 2026, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Age 18+. Begins Thursday, January 8, 2026.

You will make a 2-piece heart on heart design. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Saturday, Jan. 24 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm.

HOMESCHOOL. Come explore the art of metal tooling! During this session, young artists will create a heart using metal tooling techniques such as engraving and embossing. Ages 10 to 16. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tuesday Jan. 27 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Gail Russ. Be inspired by artists Mark Bradford and Charles Atlas while learning the art of fabric weaving. Using paper, fabric and thread students will warp and weft their way to unique tapestry designs that include a phone bag, wall hanging, coil basket, and greeting cards. Don’t miss this fun 6 weeks of unconventional weaving on and off the loom. Wednesdays, Jan 28 – Mar 4 | 1:00–4:00 PM (6 classes).

Come explore the art of metal tooling! During this session, young artists will create a heart using metal tooling techniques such as engraving and embossing. Ages 10 to 16. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Saturday, Jan. 31 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.