06/03/2024  – 08/09/2024

8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2024
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2024
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Ten (10) weeks of fun for your Campers ages 7-15! You may choose a single week, multiple weeks, or every week. Explore a different theme each week from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm, with snack times & lunch break – all in a creative and safe environment. Some weeks culminate with a “Show & Share” for Family and Friends. These camps fill up fast, so call 813-645-7651 now or register online at www.firehouseculturalcenter.org. Choose one week or more.

07/02/2024  – 08/02/2024

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
Adult Clay - 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 – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2024 – Dec 2024.

07/04/2024  – 08/04/2024

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.

07/04/2024  – 08/04/2024

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Adult Clay - 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, Jan 2024 – Dec 2024.

08/01/2024  – 09/01/2024

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.

08/01/2024  – 09/01/2024

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Adult Clay - 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, Jan 2024 – Dec 2024.

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Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 – Friday, November 1, 2024    
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 2024 - Dec 2024.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, October 3, 2024 – Sunday, November 3, 2024    
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.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, October 3, 2024    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Thursday, October 3, 2024 – Sunday, November 3, 2024    
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 2024 - Dec 2024.
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Friday, October 4, 2024 – Tuesday, October 29, 2024    
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, January 2024 - December 2024.
Center Stage Comedy: Girls Night Out
Friday, October 4, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Girls Night Out: Catherine Maloney, Larry Venturino and Trish Keating will be bringing the laughs on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 7:30 pm.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, October 5, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County
Wednesday, October 9, 2024    
10:30 am – 11:15 am
The history of the California Gold Rush is brought to life through music, folk-art, and the comic characters from Mark Twain’s short story. *FOR GRADES K-5*
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, October 10, 2024    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, October 12, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Home School: Kids Clay Experience Day
Tuesday, October 15, 2024    
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Home School: Kids Clay Experience Day! Kids can get dirty and not be in trouble! Make a project that will be glazed and fired. Plus be introduced to the wheel. Tuesday, October 15. Ages 7 and Up will be 1:00 to 2:00 pm.
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - Oct 15
Tuesday, October 15, 2024    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen artists will explore a variety of mediums and work closely with innovative local teaching artists. With mentorship and socialization at the forefront, they’ll learn about different paths in art while developing their skills and experimenting with new techniques. Supplies Included. This class is Tuesday, Oct 15, 6-8 PM, Firehouse Cultural Center.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, October 17, 2024    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse – Oct 19
Saturday, October 19, 2024    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Each Art Play Date Session is a stand-alone session for caregiver and child artist to play with materials and create a collaborative project. This class is Saturday, Oct 19 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Firehouse Cultural Center.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, October 19, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic - Second Session
Monday, October 21, 2024 – Monday, November 25, 2024    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic. Your Choice! Share the love of painting while enriching your skill set, no matter the medium. Instructor: Helen Solomon. 2nd Session is Mondays, Oct 21 – Nov 25, 2024, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop: Oct 22
Tuesday, October 22, 2024    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating Your colorful glass sea creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. Bonus: no watering or feeding! All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tues. Oct. 22 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
Cactus Garden Glass Fusing Workshop: Oct. 22
Tuesday, October 22, 2024    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cactus Garden Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. Bonus: no watering or feeding! All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. For adults. Tue. Oct. 22 from 10:00 – 11:30 pm.
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop: Oct 22
Tuesday, October 22, 2024    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating Your colorful glass sea creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. Bonus: no watering or feeding! All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tues. Oct. 22 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, October 24, 2024    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, October 26, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop: Oct 26
Saturday, October 26, 2024    
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating Your colorful glass sea creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. Bonus: no watering or feeding! All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Sat. Oct. 26 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm.
Memphis Rub Band
Saturday, October 26, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Back at the Firehouse, 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, October 26, 2024 at 7:30 pm.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, October 31, 2024    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Friday, November 1, 2024 – Tuesday, November 26, 2024    
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, January 2024 - December 2024.
Center Stage: Comedy TBA
Friday, November 1, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Firehouse brings a night of laughs for Comedy Night. More information to come.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, November 2, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Events on Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
1 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, October 3, 2024
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
3 Oct 24
Ruskin
Figure Drawing Group
3 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Friday, October 4, 2024
Events on Saturday, October 5, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
5 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Events on Thursday, October 10, 2024
Figure Drawing Group
10 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, October 12, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
12 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Events on Thursday, October 17, 2024
Figure Drawing Group
17 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, October 19, 2024
Events on Monday, October 21, 2024
Events on Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Events on Thursday, October 24, 2024
Figure Drawing Group
24 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, October 26, 2024
Events on Thursday, October 31, 2024
Figure Drawing Group
31 Oct 24
Ruskin
Events on Friday, November 1, 2024
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
1 Nov 24
Ruskin
Center Stage: Comedy TBA
1 Nov 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, November 2, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
2 Nov 24
Ruskin