02/27/2023  – 04/03/2023

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Painting with Watercolors
Painting with Watercolors
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You will explore color, dive into a variety of brush strokes from flat washes to dancing with your brushes; techniques from wet to scrubbing; and more. This class is for all levels, heighten your skills or find your hidden talent. NEW DATES: Mondays, Feb. 27 thru April 3, 2023.

03/02/2023  – 04/02/2023

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 – December 2024.

03/06/2023  – 04/10/2023

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Painting with Watercolors
Painting with Watercolors
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You will explore color, dive into a variety of brush strokes from flat washes to dancing with your brushes; techniques from wet to scrubbing; and more. This class is for all levels, heighten your skills or find your hidden talent. Mondays, March 6 thru April 10, 2023.

03/16/2023  – 04/06/2023

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Mosaic Bird Bath
Mosaic Bird Bath
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Mosaic Bird Bath: You trim, cut, & grind glass & ceramic tiles to make your unique creation.
This 14 inch show piece will have (not only) the birds singing your praises! Thursdays March 16, 23, 30 & April 6, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm.

03/22/2023  – 05/24/2023

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Kids Perform Drama/Comedy Theater
Kids Perform Drama/Comedy Theater
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Kids Perform Drama/Comedy Theater. Wednesdays, March 22nd from 5:00 – 6:00 pm. This program runs thru Wednesday, May 24th with a “Show Off Production” for all to see. Limited spacing for up to 25 kids ages 7 – 16.
Free Programming provided by Patel Conservatory. To reserve a spot please call 813-645-7651.

03/27/2023

11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Homeschool Clay Day: Age 6 - 11
Homeschool Clay Day: Age 6 - 11
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Kids can get dirty and not be in trouble! Create & glaze projects that will be fired, plus be introduced to the wheel. All materials included. Monday, March. 27. Ages 6 – 11 time is 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

03/27/2023

11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Homeschool Clay Day: Ages 12 - 17
Homeschool Clay Day: Ages 12 - 17
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Kids can get dirty and not be in trouble! Create & glaze projects that will be fired plus be introduced to the wheel. All materials included. Monday, March 27: Ages 12 – 17 will be 11:00 am – 12:30 pm.

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Intro to Metalsmithing
Tuesday, April 26, 2022    
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Come explore the art of metalsmithing. You will saw, file, texture and rivet on silver, copper, and brass. Emphasis will be texturing & riveting metals together, creating your unique jewelry. Various techniques will be demonstrated. You will make a finished piece of jewelry of either a pendant or earrings. All materials supplied. Tuesday, April 26, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm.
Metalsmithing for Teens
Tuesday, April 26, 2022    
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
High School Age Teen Metalsmithing. You will saw, file, texture and rivet on silver, copper, and brass. Emphasis will be texturing & riveting metals together, creating your unique jewelry. Various techniques will be demonstrated. You will make a finished piece of jewelry of either a pendant or earrings. All materials supplied. Tues, April 26, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, April 29, 2022 – Tuesday, May 24, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
Center Stage Theater: 'Steel Magnolias', evening performance.
Friday, April 29, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
MacBeth & Cheese Presents: STEEL MAGNOLIAS, a Stage Play. Truvy Jones runs a successful beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies in the neighborhood have a standing Saturday appointment. Friday, April 29 at 7:30 pm.
Center Stage Theater: 'Steel Magnolias', evening performance.
Saturday, April 30, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
MacBeth & Cheese Presents: STEEL MAGNOLIAS, a Stage Play. Truvy Jones runs a successful beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies in the neighborhood have a standing Saturday appointment. Saturday, April 30 at 7:30 pm.
Center Stage Theater: 'Steel Magnolias', matinee performance.
Sunday, May 1, 2022    
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
MacBeth & Cheese Presents: STEEL MAGNOLIAS, a Stage Play. Truvy Jones runs a successful beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies in the neighborhood have a standing Saturday appointment. Matinee performance, Sunday, May 1 at 2:00 pm.
Basic & More Drawing Class
Monday, May 2, 2022 – Monday, May 23, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
If you are new to drawing you will learn the basics like direction of lines, proportions, and form. If you are more advanced, this drawing class will increase your level by refining skills and adding new shading techniques. A four week class on Mondays, May 2 - May 23, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 – Saturday, May 28, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, May 5, 2022 – Monday, May 30, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
Let’s Get Crackin’
Thursday, May 5, 2022 – Thursday, May 26, 2022    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Create art using various types of stained glass and ceramic tiles. Learn the safe and proper techniques for cutting glass using wheeled nippers, running pliers, and other various glass cutting tools. Learning to use a glass grinder to shape glass will be taught. Students will explore different substrates such as wood or cement steppingstones. Methods for this class will include demonstrations, hands on practice, and one-on-one coaching from the instructor. May 5 – May 26, 2022.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, May 5, 2022 – Sunday, June 5, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, May 6, 2022 – Tuesday, May 31, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, May 13, 2022 – Tuesday, June 7, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
TBone Hamilton Blues All Stars
Saturday, May 14, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
TBone Hamilton & the Blues All Stars return to the Firehouse Cultural Center! The band is led by Bassist/Vocalist Tom “TBone” Hamilton. With John Puhl (Guitar & Vocals), Eric Mullins (Sax) and Eric Elsner (Drums) this is an event not to miss! Saturday, May 14, 7:30 - 9:30 pm.
Painting with Watercolors
Thursday, May 19, 2022 – Thursday, June 23, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Painting with Watercolors. 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. May 19 - June 23, 2022.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, May 20, 2022 – Tuesday, June 14, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
Center Stage Comedy: Ron Feingold
Friday, May 20, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The return of Ron Feingold and his a cappella comedy! Headliner Ron Feingold is literally a one man vocal band, relying only on his voice as his sole instrument to create a truly unique musical comedy experience. Friday, May 20,2022.
Intro to Metalsmithing
Saturday, May 21, 2022    
10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Come explore the art of metalsmithing. You will saw, file, texture and rivet on silver, copper, and brass. Emphasis will be texturing & riveting metals together, creating your unique jewelry. Various techniques will be demonstrated. You will make a finished piece of jewelry of either a pendant or earrings. All materials supplied. Sat. May 21, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.
Memphis Rub Band
Saturday, May 21, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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, May 21 at 7:30 pm.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, May 27, 2022 – Tuesday, June 21, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
Let’s Get Crackin’
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 – Wednesday, June 22, 2022    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Create art using various types of stained glass and ceramic tiles. Learn the safe and proper techniques for cutting glass using wheeled nippers, running pliers, and other various glass cutting tools. Learning to use a glass grinder to shape glass will be taught. Students will explore different substrates such as wood or cement steppingstones. Methods for this class will include demonstrations, hands on practice, and one-on-one coaching from the instructor. Wenesdays, June 1 – June 22, 2022.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, June 2, 2022 – Thursday, June 30, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, June 2, 2022 – Sunday, July 3, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
Thursday, June 2, 2022 – Thursday, June 30, 2022    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, June 3, 2022 – Tuesday, June 28, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
Father’s Day Clay
Saturday, June 4, 2022 – Saturday, June 11, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
This Class is Canceled. Father’s Day Clay - Make Your Father’s Day special by creating his gifts yourself! Multiple projects in varied finishes to make cherished treasures for your Dad on his special day. Saturday, June 4 & June 11, 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Paleo Museum: See What Roamed Ruskin
Saturday, June 4, 2022    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lions & Tigers & Bears! Well, almost!  Join Paleo Preserve Fossil Museum, to learn what amazing creatures lived in this area many years ago. Ruskin was a hotbed of discovery for these Ice Age fossils! Not only will you learn about these wonderful creatures you'll go home with a real fossil! All ages welcome! Sat, June 4 at 10:00 a.m. FREE.
Events on Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Intro to Metalsmithing
26 Apr 22
Ruskin
Metalsmithing for Teens
26 Apr 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, April 29, 2022
Events on Saturday, April 30, 2022
Events on Sunday, May 1, 2022
Events on Monday, May 2, 2022
Basic & More Drawing Class
2 May 22
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Events on Thursday, May 5, 2022
Events on Friday, May 6, 2022
Events on Friday, May 13, 2022
Events on Saturday, May 14, 2022
Events on Thursday, May 19, 2022
Painting with Watercolors
19 May 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, May 20, 2022
Events on Saturday, May 21, 2022
Intro to Metalsmithing
21 May 22
Ruskin
Memphis Rub Band
21 May 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, May 27, 2022
Events on Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Let’s Get Crackin’
1 Jun 22
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, June 2, 2022
Events on Friday, June 3, 2022
Events on Saturday, June 4, 2022