08/12/2020  – 09/16/2020

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Painting with Watercolors
Painting with Watercolors
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Painting with Watercolors with Instructor: Barry Good, for students at all levels. Explore: color; brush strokes from flat washes to dancing with your brushes; techniques from wet to scrubbing; and more. Includes Materials. August 12 – September 16, 2020.

08/12/2020  – 09/16/2020

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Painting Studio
Painting Studio
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Painting Studio with Dee Hood, A multi-level class for anyone who would like to explore acrylic painting. Work with representational painting, abstraction and collage while improving skills with color, composition and techniques. August 12 – September 16

08/18/2020  – 09/08/2020

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay & Play - Tuesdays
Adult Clay & Play - Tuesdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults.

08/20/2020  – 09/10/2020

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Clay & Play Morning
Clay & Play Morning
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Kids age 7 -11

08/20/2020  – 09/10/2020

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Clay & Play Afternoon
Clay & Play Afternoon
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 4:00pm – 6:00pm Kids age 12 – 17

08/20/2020  – 09/10/2020

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Adult Clay & Play - Thursdays
Adult Clay & Play - Thursdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Adults.

08/22/2020

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Upstairs/Downstairs: The Tampa Bay Hotel
Upstairs/Downstairs: The Tampa Bay Hotel
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Otis Freedman “The Bishop”, Head Waiter, 1905. Tampa Bay Hotel, Henry Plant’s grandest luxury railroad resort hotel, opened in 1891 at the height of America’s Gilded Age. More than 300 employees were needed for the opulent hotel to run smoothly. Step back in time & enjoy the single-character performances that brings two turn-of–the-century Hotel staff members to life. FREE.

08/22/2020

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Jimmy Griswold Band: Fast Fingers Rocking Blues
Jimmy Griswold Band: Fast Fingers Rocking Blues
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Jimmy Griswold can regularly be found playing guitar at venues of all sizes. Jimmy pays homage to any artist he covers, whether it be the warm tones of T-bone Walker & B.B. King, or the screaming sounds of Roy Buchanan, Jeff Beck and Steve Ray Vaughan, all while staying true to his original style.

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MADE BY HAND: Holiday Artist Market
Saturday, November 1, 2025    
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Celebrate the season with creativity and community at our Holiday Artist Market. Discover unique, handcrafted gifts and seasonal treasures from a curated selection of local artists, craftspeople and small businesses. From pottery to jewelry, paintings, cards and holiday decor – there's something special for everyone on your list. Saturday, Nov 1st 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 – Friday, December 5, 2025    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
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. Tuesdays: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. March 2025 - December 2025.
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, November 6, 2025 – Sunday, December 7, 2025    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
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: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. Book March 2025 - December 2025.
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Thursday, November 6, 2025 – Thursday, December 11, 2025    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
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 Nov. 6 – Dec. 11
Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
Thursday, November 6, 2025 – Sunday, December 7, 2025    
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
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: 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Adults. Book from April 2025 - Dec 2025.
Comedy Night: Ken Miller and Friends
Friday, November 7, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Featured comic is Ken Miller & Friends. In just a few short years, Ken Miller has stormed through the ranks of comedy. He is now touring as a headliner and is one of Florida’s funniest comics. Ken Miller's Friends will include Vien Phommachanh "Comic Doc" and emcee BC Murphy. A great line up! This a Friday Night Center Stage Comedy Event on November 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Raptor Center: I Can Save the Planet
Saturday, November 8, 2025    
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center in partnership with Raptor Center of Tampa Bay presents: "I Can Save the Planet". A Puppet Show, "Magical Bird Bus" and "Meet The Book Artist" event on Saturday, November 8 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
Palette & Palm Trees
Friday, November 14, 2025    
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
This beach-themed paint-and-sip class blends artistic freedom, guided by a local artist, (Helen Solomon). You’ll paint a playful coastal scene — complete with sun and sand. Unwind with friends, enjoy beverages and nibbles’ then let your imagination flow as you create your own masterpiece inspired by beach vibes. Friday, Nov. 14 at 5:30 pm.
Try Your Hand at Pottery, Clay Workshop Nov.
Friday, November 14, 2025    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Pottery Workshop: Learn about basic clay types, tools, and techniques. Hand-build a piece using techniques like pinching or slab work. You create one-of-a-kind Art, with surface decoration techniques like textures or carving & glazing. FCC will fire your art and contact you when it is ready for pickup. All materials supplied. Fri. Nov 14 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
Glass Fusing Workshop: Holiday Ornaments - Nov 18
Tuesday, November 18, 2025    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
You will make 3 ornaments; you choose your pattern and colors in creating your Holiday creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any Tree, Room or Window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tues. Nov. 18 from 10:00 – 11:30 am
Homeschool Art Workshop
Thursday, November 20, 2025    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Young artists will explore design, color harmony, and composition through the process of making their own felt banners. Using layers of colorful felt, students will sketch and construct original designs — incorporating shapes, symbols, and lettering to express a personal idea or theme. Ages 6 - 12. Thursday. Nov. 20 from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon.
Glass Fusing Workshop: Holiday Ornaments - Nov 22
Saturday, November 22, 2025    
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
You will make 3 ornaments; you choose your pattern and colors in creating your Holiday creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any Tree, Room or Window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Sat. Nov. 22 from 2:00 - 3:30 pm.
Paul Gavin Quartet
Saturday, November 22, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Come out and join us Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 pm to see the Paul Gavin Quartet. Paul will be bringing a quartet playing the music of Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, as well as his own original music.
Fall Break: Musical Theatre and Acting Camp
Monday, November 24, 2025 – Wednesday, November 26, 2025    
9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Schools Out! Ready for the Holidays Musical Theatre Mini Camp! Spend your vacation leading up to Thanksgiving decking the halls with music, acting, and fun. Let’s recreate some of the classics, and holiday favorites such as Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, and A Charlie Brown Christmas. November 24, 25, and 26, from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Glass Fusing Workshop: Holiday Ornaments HOMESCHOOL
Tuesday, November 25, 2025    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
You will make 3 ornaments; you choose your pattern and colors in creating your Holiday creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any Tree, Room or Window. Ages 7 - 11 with a parent. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tues. Nov. 25 from 10:00 – 12:00 noon.
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Homeschool Art Workshop
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