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.

08/02/2024  – 08/27/2024

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
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. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 – December 2024.

08/02/2024

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Pottery 101
Pottery 101
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am

08/02/2024

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Pottery 101 - 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am

08/02/2024

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Center Stage Comedy: Al Ernst with Comic Doc
Center Stage Comedy: Al Ernst with Comic Doc
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Al Ernst is new to The Firehouse! Al is a stand-up comedian known for his unique blend of humor and wit. He has been named Entertainer of the Year by Carnival Cruise Lines and is often referred to as the “Warrior of Humor.” His comedy is known for being clean, yet edgy, and has been described as the “Jimmy Buffett of funny.” He uses his life experiences, including being an only child and struggling with his weight, to create humor that is relatable and engaging. Al Ernst will be joined by fellow comedian Vien the Comic Doc. Vien is a real life doctor. Seriously. Dr. Phommachanh is a practicing ear, nose, and throat doctor in Sarasota, FL. During the daytime Dr. Phommachanh is really helpful if you have an ear infection, runny nose, or sore throat. Call for an appointment. Medical advice given after shows will be for his amusement only! Join us on Friday, August 2 @7:30 pm at The Firehouse and share in the laughter!

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Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Monday, July 1, 2024 – Monday, July 29, 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. Mondays, July 1 – July 29, 2024, Five (5) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 – Friday, August 2, 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, July 4, 2024 – Sunday, August 4, 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.
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Thursday, July 4, 2024 – Sunday, August 4, 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.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, July 5, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Pottery 101
Friday, July 5, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Friday, July 5, 2024 – Tuesday, July 30, 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.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, July 6, 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.
James Suggs: Jazz Band
Saturday, July 6, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
James Suggs Jazz Band July 6, 2024 at the Firehouse.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, July 12, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse – July 13
Saturday, July 13, 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, July 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Firehouse Cultural Center.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, July 13, 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.
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - July 13
Saturday, July 13, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 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 Saturday, July 13, 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Firehouse Cultural Center.
Kids Clay Experience Day: Ages 8 and Up
Tuesday, July 16, 2024    
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Kids can get dirty and not be in trouble! Make projects that will be glazed and fired & be introduced to the wheel. Fee: $20 per child. All materials included. Ages 8 and Up. Tuesday, July 16. 2:30 to 3:30 pm.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, July 19, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, July 20, 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.
Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL
Saturday, July 20, 2024    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL, an Original Musical by Alena Holmes, Premiering at Firehouse Cultural Center. This is Florida's Frosty Fiesta: A Christmas Extravaganza Like No Other, a show for the whole family! Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL is presented in Partnership with the Firehouse Cultural Center. Saturday, July 20, 3:00 pm Matinee, Center Stage at the Firehouse.
Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL- Evening Show
Saturday, July 20, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL, an Original Musical by Alena Holmes, Premiering at Firehouse Cultural Center. This is Florida's Frosty Fiesta: A Christmas Extravaganza Like No Other, a show for the whole family! Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL is presented in Partnership with the Firehouse Cultural Center. Saturday, July 20, 7:30 pm, Center Stage at the Firehouse.
Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL
Sunday, July 21, 2024    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL, an Original Musical by Alena Holmes, Premiering at Firehouse Cultural Center. This is Florida's Frosty Fiesta: A Christmas Extravaganza Like No Other, a show for the whole family! Florida Christmas THE MUSICAL is presented in Partnership with the Firehouse Cultural Center. Sunday, July 21, 3:00 pm Matinee, Center Stage at the Firehouse.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, July 26, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Clay Warriors Pottery Programs
Friday, July 26, 2024    
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Working with clay is a healthy way to focus your attention in a positive and creative way. Pottery allows you to escape the worries of life and shift your focus toward your creation. Free for Veterans. Veterans Only 1 time Workshop Friday, July 26, 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Please click through to see more info. Call to register: 813-645-7651.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, July 27, 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.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Sunday, September 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. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Sunday, September 1, 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.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, August 2, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Pottery 101
Friday, August 2, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Friday, August 2, 2024 – Tuesday, August 27, 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.
Metalsmithing Jewelry
Saturday, August 3, 2024    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Metalsmithing Bracelet or Pendant: You create either a cuff bracelet or pendant. Add hammered texture to pre – cut shapes of brass and copper then add sterling silver to your show piece by learning how to rivet. All Materials Supplied. Saturday, Aug 3 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 3, 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 Monday, July 1, 2024
Events on Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
2 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, July 4, 2024
Events on Friday, July 5, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
5 Jul 24
Ruskin
Pottery 101
5 Jul 24
Ruskin
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
5 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 6, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
6 Jul 24
Ruskin
James Suggs: Jazz Band
6 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Friday, July 12, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
12 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 13, 2024
Events on Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Events on Friday, July 19, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
19 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 20, 2024
Events on Sunday, July 21, 2024
Events on Friday, July 26, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
26 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 27, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
27 Jul 24
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, August 1, 2024
Events on Friday, August 2, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
2 Aug 24
Ruskin
Pottery 101
2 Aug 24
Ruskin
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
2 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, August 3, 2024
Metalsmithing Jewelry
3 Aug 24
Ruskin
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
3 Aug 24
Ruskin