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.

06/17/2023  – 07/15/2023

12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Intro to Wheel Throwing
Intro to Wheel Throwing
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Try Your Hands at Clay! Spin yourself in creating wheel thrown pottery. Refine and build on your throwing skills from the first step of centering, to finishing your pottery by trimming, texturing, and glazing. All Levels Welcome! All Materials Supplied. Saturdays, June 17 to July 15.

06/20/2023

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
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. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30 am Adults. Book Monthly, July 2023 – December 2023.

06/20/2023

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Metalsmithing: Texture & Stamp & Rivet
Metalsmithing: Texture & Stamp & Rivet
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Hammer, Stamp & Texture Copper & Brass precut shapes, then rivet together to create your unique metal works of Art.
6 Participants per Workshop. All Materials Supplied. Ages 8 – Up. Tuesday, June 20th from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm.

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More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
Monday, January 3, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Beginners you will learn the basics of drawing: like direct of lines proportions and form. Advanced artists you will learn how to refine your skills and also learn new shading techniques. Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 - 1:30pm – 3:30pm.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 – Saturday, January 29, 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, January 6, 2022 – Monday, January 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. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Sunday, February 6, 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.
Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Thursday, February 10, 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. Jan. 6 - Feb. 10, 2022.
POSTPONED         Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
Sunday, January 9, 2022    
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. Sunday, Jan. 9 at 3:00 pm.
Photography Workshop
Friday, January 14, 2022 – Wednesday, January 19, 2022    
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
”The best camera is the one you have with you.” Nowadays, that is the one in our pockets! You will master the art of cell-phone photography. Friday, January 14 - 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
Comedy TBA
Friday, January 14, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Firehouse brings a night of laughs for Comedy Night. More information to come.
Comedy — Mike Rivera!
Friday, January 14, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Come out and meet America's Most Hilarious Teacher Mike Rivera. He is a decades-long headliner. He is also a Firehouse favorite!
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
Saturday, January 15, 2022 – Saturday, February 5, 2022    
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8. 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, Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5. 9:00 am to 10:30 am.
Eireann’s Call
Saturday, January 15, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
With a sound perfect for concert halls or the festival stage, Eireann's Call is a classy, powerful band. Their music spans the Celtic nations, with World Music influences from the Middle East, North Africa, Appalachia, Scandinavia and more. Instrumentation includes: bagpipes, accordion, keys, guitar, bass, drums and tight 3 and 4 part vocal harmonies.
Remix Workshops
Tuesday, January 18, 2022 – Tuesday, March 22, 2022    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
*REMIX WORKSHOPS ARE TEMPORARILY ON HOLD* - 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.
Silk Scarf Creations
Wednesday, January 19, 2022    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Super fun workshop! Dee Hood will show us ways to create beautiful silk scarves, using just a little ink and alcohol. Wednesday, Jan. 19 - 10:30 am – 12:00 pm.
Intro to Metalsmithing
Friday, January 21, 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. Friday, Jan. 21 - 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
Saturday, January 22, 2022    
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Come out to the book launch at the Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin, FL where John Davis Jr. (the Firehouse Poetry instructor) will be selling and signing "The Places That Hold", his new book. Saturday, Jan. 22 at 2pm.
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
Monday, January 24, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Beginners you will learn the basics of drawing: like direct of lines proportions and form. Advanced artists you will learn how to refine your skills and also learn new shading techniques. A six week class on Mondays, Jan. 24 - Feb. 28, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm.
Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
Monday, January 24, 2022    
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Victorians Undressed: The Tampa Bay Hotel This performance features Mr. and Mrs. George Bergner, a 19th century couple, as they dress for an outdoor promenade at the Tampa Bay Hotel. As Mr. and Mrs. Bergner don layers of attire from the knickers up, they entertain with humor, facts and personal observations about the Hotel and customs of the Victorian era. Monday, January 24 at 2:00 pm.
Florida Treasures
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 – Wednesday, January 26, 2022    
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.
Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 – Tuesday, March 29, 2022    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Teen Open Studio is a 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. More information to come.
Ona Kirei with La Lucha
Saturday, January 29, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Ona Kirei will be leading this exciting show consisting mostly of her compositions and arrangements. Ona Kirei is a vocalist, composer, and arranger from Barcelona. Ona speaks and sings in five different languages. This performance is a must see! She will be backed by La Lucha, a trio based in Tampa. Additionally, Mike Dirubbo has been invited to sing with the mix, and he is nationally recognized.
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 – Saturday, February 26, 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, February 3, 2022 – Monday, February 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. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Sunday, March 6, 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, February 3, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 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, February 4, 2022 – Tuesday, March 1, 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.
Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
Saturday, February 5, 2022    
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Come & Create at the: Nothing's Better Than Chocolate rubber stamping workshop. Saturday, Feb. 5, 9:00 am – 12:00 am. Please register by Jan. 24!
Zach Bartholomew Band
Saturday, February 5, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Zach Bartholomew is an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and music educator. His original music and unique arrangements are inspired by the jazz tradition, but also draw heavily from Afro-Cuban rhythms and modern influences.
Events on Monday, January 3, 2022
Events on Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Events on Thursday, January 6, 2022
Events on Sunday, January 9, 2022
Events on Friday, January 14, 2022
Photography Workshop
14 Jan 22
Ruskin
Comedy TBA
14 Jan 22
Ruskin
Comedy — Mike Rivera!
14 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 15, 2022
Eireann’s Call
15 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Remix Workshops
18 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Silk Scarf Creations
19 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, January 21, 2022
Intro to Metalsmithing
21 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 22, 2022
Events on Monday, January 24, 2022
Events on Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Events on Saturday, January 29, 2022
Ona Kirei with La Lucha
29 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Events on Thursday, February 3, 2022
Events on Friday, February 4, 2022
Events on Saturday, February 5, 2022
Zach Bartholomew Band
5 Feb 22
Ruskin