06/01/2023  – 07/02/2023

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.

06/05/2023  – 06/26/2023

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic. Your Choice! Share the love of painting while enriching your skill set, no matter the medium. Mondays, June to June 26. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

06/14/2023  – 06/28/2023

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Collagraph Printmaking - TMA@Firehouse
Collagraph Printmaking - TMA@Firehouse
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

This class has been cancelled and will be offered again in Fall 2023. Explore the world of collagraph printmaking. Our expert instructor will guide you through the process of creating dynamic and multi-layered prints by building 3D textures on a printing plate using a variety of everyday materials, from fabric scraps to found objects. Three (3) Wednesday Workshop sessions, 6/14 – 6/28 | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, Firehouse Cultural Center. Ages 16 and up.

06/15/2023  – 07/06/2023

9:00 am – 11:30 am
Mosaic Birdhouse & Open Studio
Mosaic Birdhouse & Open Studio
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Art Up Your Birds Abode! You’ll create a birds real estate dream home while making your garden colorful. Work with all types of tiles & tools to create your winged friend’s homey homestead. Bring any special stones or broken plates that you would like to incorporate in your special project.Open Studio for working/creating other projects. Thursdays: June 15 – July 6 – 9:00 – 11:30 am.

06/15/2023

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay & Play – A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay & Play – 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, July – December 2023.

06/15/2023

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Figure Drawing Group
Figure Drawing Group
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. 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. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.

06/15/2023

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
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: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Adults. Book Monthly, July 2023 – December 2023.

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Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 – Tuesday, December 14, 2021    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Teen Open Studio is a free program that gives teens in grades 6 through 12 the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from new artists. All Materials Provided. In Partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art.
Remix Workshops
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 – Tuesday, December 14, 2021    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Remix: A wide range of follow-along make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Tampa Museum of Art’s current exhibitions. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided.
Dwayne White & Friends
Saturday, October 2, 2021    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Come hang out with Dwayne White & Friends featuring the Dwayne White 4! DW4 features bassist Erik Hempel, saxophonist Tristan Nelson & Stephen Stewart on drums. Meet some of the finest young musicians on the Tampa Bay jazz scene! Music flows from 7:30 - 9:30 pm. See you there!
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, October 5, 2021 – Friday, November 5, 2021    
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, July 2021 - Dec 2021.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, October 7, 2021 – Sunday, November 7, 2021    
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, July 2021 - Dec 2021.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, October 7, 2021 – Sunday, November 7, 2021    
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, October 7, 2021 – Sunday, November 7, 2021    
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, July 2021 - Dec 2021.
Drawing What You See!
Monday, October 11, 2021 – Monday, November 22, 2021    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
One of the main focuses is training the eye to see. We will learn perspective, balance, form, and contrast, all as it relates to composition. Take a drawing from sketch, to finished artwork with pencil. Beginner or advanced, you will develop a sharper vision and skill set for your Art. Bring quality photos to work from.
 New Dates: Mondays, Oct. 11 – Nov. 22
Painting with Watercolors: Session 2
Thursday, October 14, 2021 – Thursday, November 18, 2021    
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. Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 2021.
Center Stage Comedy: James Yon
Friday, October 15, 2021    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Headliner James Yon is a (past winner of 104.1 FM Orlando's Comedian of the Year contest). This Florida native is one of America's hottest up and coming comedians. He has his own show, "Viral Breakdown" on the Afrotainment Channel on Dish Network. He has graced the stage with some of America’s top talent including, Joe Torry, Jimmy J.J Walker, Tom Rhodes and Michael Winslow. He was a finalist for NBC’s stand up for Diversity and appeared on the FOX comedy club.
Taylor John Band
Saturday, October 16, 2021    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
New Date: Saturday, Oct 16, 2021. The Taylor John Band is a blues, soul and groove ensemble performing throughout the great State of Florida. The three founding members are Ken Budd (Guitar), Taylor John (Piano and Vocals) & Bob Nesbitt (Drums). Taylor John has years vested playing in front of a live audience. Come out Oct 16, 2021!
Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
Sunday, October 17, 2021    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann! This European Crooner is one not to pass up. Representing the great entertainers of the past and present, Kirst’s ability to interpret their music is beyond dispute. This memorable performance will be reminiscent of the golden era of American popular songs and jazz standards.
Florida Treasures
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 – Wednesday, October 20, 2021    
10:45 am – 12:45 pm
When two tourists discover a treasure chest full of historical artifacts, they are magically transported back in time in a fun-filled journey through Florida History. Ideal for Grades K through 8.
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
Saturday, October 23, 2021 – Saturday, November 20, 2021    
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 7. Fire up your creativity and learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Have fun and create any shape you desire! Students should expect to make several projects using these skills. Clay, tool, glazing and firing included. NEW DATES: Saturdays, Oct. 23, Nov. 6, 13 and 20, 9:00 am to 10:30 am.
Synia Carroll with John Lamb
Saturday, October 23, 2021    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Jazz vocalist Synia’s unique ability to use her deep, silky-smooth voice to engage with her audiences is stunning. Add John Lamb the former Duke Ellington bassist, virtuoso bass player and you have an out-of-this-world performance you will not want to miss.
Colored Pencil Workshop - Get the Point!
Wednesday, October 27, 2021    
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
This fine art medium, colored pencil is versatile, inexpensive, and easy to master. Learn fun techniques to produce beautiful artwork without the mess of paint. After a series of technical exercises and practice using simple tools, you’ll use them to do a drawing on colored paper. As you work, you’ll learn color mixing and additional tips to finish quickly and effectively.
Pottery 3 T’s Workshop: Throwing Taller, Technique & Texture
Friday, October 29, 2021 – Saturday, October 30, 2021    
All Day
This 2 day workshop provides demonstration, guided hands-on-experience and a wealth of knowledge. Instructor Jonathan Stein will cover start to finish. He will answer glaze and firing questions, and so much more! Fri & Sat, Oct 29 - Oct 30, 2021.
Events on Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Events on Saturday, October 2, 2021
Dwayne White & Friends
2 Oct 21
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Events on Thursday, October 7, 2021
Events on Monday, October 11, 2021
Drawing What You See!
11 Oct 21
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, October 14, 2021
Events on Friday, October 15, 2021
Events on Saturday, October 16, 2021
Taylor John Band
16 Oct 21
Ruskin
Events on Sunday, October 17, 2021
Events on Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Florida Treasures
19 Oct 21
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, October 23, 2021
Events on Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Events on Friday, October 29, 2021