04/28/2025  – 06/09/2025

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. Instructor: Helen Solomon. Mondays, April 28 – June 9, 2025, Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Six (6) week class. No class May 26.

05/01/2025  – 06/01/2025

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Thursdays
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Thursdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Thursdays: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. Book March 2025 – December 2025.

05/01/2025  – 06/01/2025

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Thursdays: 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Adults. Book from April 2025 – Dec 2025.

05/04/2025  – 07/06/2025

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists. Sundays, 1 – 4 pm. May 4 through July 6 (8 classes).

05/06/2025  – 06/06/2025

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesdays
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Tuesdays: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. March 2025 – December 2025.

05/07/2025  – 06/11/2025

9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Intro to Pottery
Intro to Pottery
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Discover the joy of working with clay in this beginner-friendly pottery class! This course will guide you through the basics of hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing techniques. These 6 sessions give you a great base in learning how to create functional and decorative pieces, and understand the firing process. No experience necessary. Wednesdays, 9:00 am until 12:00 noon. May 7 – June 11.

05/10/2025  – 08/09/2025

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse - Select Saturdays
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse - Select Saturdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

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 on select Saturdays, May 10 through Aug 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Firehouse Cultural Center.

05/10/2025

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
A Few Good Men - Sat May 10
A Few Good Men - Sat May 10
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

“A Few Good Men” the explosive courtroom drama by acclaimed writer Aaron Sorkin is performed live at the Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin, Florida. This powerful production delves into themes of justice, loyalty, and the courage it takes to stand up for what’s right—even when it means challenging authority. A Few Good Men is as intense as it is thought-provoking, and it will leave you questioning: Can you handle the truth? Join us for an unforgettable night of theater brought to you by the Brandon Performing Arts, also known as MacBeth & Cheese. Saturday, May 10, 7:30 pm Evening Performance, Center Stage at the Firehouse Cultural Center.

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Kids Theater Program in partnership with Patel Conservatory Straz - Ages 5 - 9
Monday, January 5, 2026 – Monday, April 13, 2026    
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center in partnership with Patel Conservatory @Straz Center presents a Kids Theater Program. This Free program will start Mondays, Jan. 5 until April 13 from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Limited Space for ages 5 – 9. Free Programming provided by Patel Conservatory. Underwritten by The Straz.
Kids Theater Program in partnership with Patel Conservatory Straz - 2026
Monday, January 5, 2026 – Monday, April 13, 2026    
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center in partnership with Patel Conservatory @Straz Center presents a Kids Theater Program. This Free program will start Mondays, Jan. 5 until April 13 from 11:30 – 12:30 pm. Limited Space for ages 11 – 16. Free Programming provided by Patel Conservatory. Underwritten by The Straz.
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Thursday, January 8, 2026 – Thursday, February 5, 2026    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
You’ll discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, beginner to intermediate course focused on the fundamentals of wheel throwing. In 5 weeks, you'll learn how to center clay, pull walls, and shape basic forms like bowls, mugs, and cylinders. We'll also cover trimming, surface decoration, and glazing techniques so you can finish and fire your own unique pieces. No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and willingness to get your hands dirty! Includes 25 lbs. of clay, glaze and firing. Thursdays, 9:30 am until 12:00 pm, Jan. 8 – Feb. 5.
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesday - Thursday
Thursday, January 8, 2026 – Thursday, December 17, 2026    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$155.00 - $175.00
Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Thursdays: 9:30 am – Noon, Adults. 4 session fee, each day is it’s own session. Book January 2026 - December 2026.
Figure Drawing
Thursday, January 8, 2026 – Friday, January 9, 2026    
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. Second and Fourth Thursday of the month in 2026, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Age 18+. Begins Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Memphis Rub Band
Saturday, January 10, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Back at the Firehouse in the New Year, 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, January 10, 2026 at 7:30 pm.
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Monday, January 12, 2026 – Monday, February 16, 2026    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Whether you're a complete beginner or have some painting experience, this class offers an enriching journey tailored to your pace and interests. Choose the medium that suits you—watercolor or acrylic—and unlock your creative potential. Instructor: Michael Parker. Mondays, Jan. 12 – Feb. 16, 2026, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.
Beaded Stackable Bracelets
Wednesday, January 14, 2026    
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
You create 3 stackable bracelets – so much eye candy in beads it makes it hard to choose! These make a great gift, or gift for self (since you make 3, it’s up to you). Includes all tools and supplies. Wednesday, January 14th from 1:00pm – 3:00 pm
Scotty Wright Quartet
Saturday, January 17, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center opens the 2026 season with an FCC favorite: jazz vocalist Scotty Wright. Join us, with Scotty’s quartet, at FCC, as we start the year off Wright. Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 7:30 pm.
Glass Fusing Workshop: Show Your Heart! - Jan 20
Tuesday, January 20, 2026    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
You will make a 2-piece heart on heart design. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tues. Jan. 20 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
Figure Drawing
Thursday, January 22, 2026 – Friday, January 23, 2026    
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. Second and Fourth Thursday of the month in 2026, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Age 18+. Begins Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Glass Fusing Workshop: Show Your Heart! - Jan 24
Saturday, January 24, 2026    
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
You will make a 2-piece heart on heart design. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Saturday, Jan. 24 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm.
Art From the Heart: HOMESCHOOL
Tuesday, January 27, 2026    
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
HOMESCHOOL. Come explore the art of metal tooling! During this session, young artists will create a heart using metal tooling techniques such as engraving and embossing. Ages 10 to 16. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tuesday Jan. 27 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.
Studio 55 | Weaving On and Off the Loom | TMA@Firehouse
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – Wednesday, March 4, 2026    
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Gail Russ. Be inspired by artists Mark Bradford and Charles Atlas while learning the art of fabric weaving. Using paper, fabric and thread students will warp and weft their way to unique tapestry designs that include a phone bag, wall hanging, coil basket, and greeting cards. Don’t miss this fun 6 weeks of unconventional weaving on and off the loom. Wednesdays, Jan 28 – Mar 4 | 1:00–4:00 PM (6 classes).
Art From the Heart: January 31
Saturday, January 31, 2026    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Come explore the art of metal tooling! During this session, young artists will create a heart using metal tooling techniques such as engraving and embossing. Ages 10 to 16. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Saturday, Jan. 31 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
Events on Thursday, January 8, 2026
Events on Saturday, January 10, 2026
Memphis Rub Band
10 Jan 26
Ruskin
Events on Monday, January 12, 2026
Events on Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Beaded Stackable Bracelets
14 Jan 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 17, 2026
Scotty Wright Quartet
17 Jan 26
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Events on Thursday, January 22, 2026
Figure Drawing
22 Jan 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 24, 2026
Events on Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Events on Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Events on Saturday, January 31, 2026