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).

05/10/2025  – 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.

05/13/2025  – 08/26/2025

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - Select Tuesdays
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - Select Tuesdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

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 select Tuesdays, 6-8 PM, May 13, May 27, Aug 5, Aug 26 at the Firehouse Cultural Center.

05/24/2025  – 08/23/2025

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Remix TMA@Firehouse
Remix TMA@Firehouse
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Remix* TMA@Firehouse: Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions with a new project every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided. Attend class at The Firehouse Cultural Center. Ages 18 and up. May 24 through Aug 23, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. (4 classes).

06/03/2025  – 07/04/2025

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025.

06/05/2025  – 07/06/2025

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025.

06/05/2025  – 07/06/2025

6:00 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: 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Adults. Book Monthly, April 2025 – Dec 2025.

06/09/2025  – 06/20/2025

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Teen Clay Creators - Session 1
Teen Clay Creators - Session 1
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Unleash your creativity this summer! Designed for ages 12–16, this hands-on experience introduces teens to the exciting world of pottery, from hand-building techniques to wheel-throwing and glazing. Beginners or our skilled instructors will guide you through fun and engaging projects, allowing you to explore texture, form, and color. Session 1 (2 weeks) June 9 through June 20 (Tue, Wed, Thu).

06/14/2025

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop: June 14
Sea Creatures Glass Fusing Workshop: June 14
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

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. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied.
Sat. June 14 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.

06/14/2025

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones
Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones play traditional blues, West Coast and Texas swing, and early 50’s roots rock. This is real deal rockin’ rhythm & blues! Come out and join us at the Firehouse Center Stage on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 7:30 pm.

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Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Monday, April 28, 2025 – Monday, June 9, 2025    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
$150.00 - $170.00
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.
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, May 1, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$145.00 - $209.00
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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 - Dec 2025.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, May 1, 2025    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$0.00
Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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, May 1, 2025 – Sunday, June 1, 2025    
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
$145.00 - $209.00
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: 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Adults. Book Monthly, April 2025 - Dec 2025.
Center Stage Comedy: Carmen Ciricillo and Friends
Friday, May 2, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
Come out to Center Stage: Comedy at the Firehouse on Friday, May 2, 2024 at 7:30 pm and enjoy the stand-up comedy of Headliner Carmen Ciricillo and Friends!
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Sunday, May 4, 2025 – Sunday, July 6, 2025    
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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).
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 – Friday, June 6, 2025    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$145.00 - $209.00
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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 - Dec 2025.
Cactus Gardens: Glass Fusing Workshop - May 6
Tuesday, May 6, 2025    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
$40.00 - $50.00
May: Cactus Gardens Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass garden creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tuesday, May 6th from 10:00 – 11:30 am. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.
Cactus Gardens: Glass Fusing Workshop - May 10
Tuesday, May 6, 2025    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
$40.00 - $50.00
May: Cactus Gardens Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass garden creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Saturday, May 10th from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, May 8, 2025    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$0.00
Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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.
A Few Good Men - Fri May 9
Friday, May 9, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
"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. Friday, May 9, 7:30 pm Evening Performance, Center Stage at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse - Select Saturdays
Saturday, May 10, 2025 – Saturday, August 9, 2025    
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 on select Saturdays, May 10 through Aug 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Firehouse Cultural Center.
A Few Good Men - Sat May 10
Saturday, May 10, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
"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.
A Few Good Men - Sun May 11
Sunday, May 11, 2025    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
"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. Sunday, May 11, 3:00 pm Matinee Performance, Center Stage at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - Select Tuesdays
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 – Tuesday, August 26, 2025    
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 select Tuesdays, 6-8 PM, May 13, May 27, Aug 5, Aug 26 at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, May 15, 2025    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$0.00
Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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.
A Few Good Men - Fri May 16
Friday, May 16, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
"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. Friday, May 16, 7:30 pm Evening Performance, Center Stage at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
A Few Good Men - Sat May 17
Saturday, May 17, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
"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. Sat, May 17, 7:30 pm Evening Performance, Center Stage at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
A Few Good Men - Sun May 18
Sunday, May 18, 2025    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
"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. Sunday, May 18, 3:00 pm Matinee Performance, Center Stage at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, May 22, 2025    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$0.00
Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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.
Remix TMA@Firehouse
Saturday, May 24, 2025 – Saturday, August 23, 2025    
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Remix* TMA@Firehouse: Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions with a new project every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided. Attend class at The Firehouse Cultural Center. Ages 18 and up. May 24 through Aug 23, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. (4 classes).
Figure Drawing Group
Thursday, May 29, 2025    
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$0.00
Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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.
TBone Hamilton Band
Saturday, May 31, 2025    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
The TBone Hamilton Band returns to the Firehouse! TBone is focusing on the new version of the TBone Hamilton Band, which includes many different styles of music, jazz, blues, rhythm and blues, funk, rock, NOLA grooves and originals. The Band

: Bass/Vocals: Tom “TBone” Hamilton; Guitar/Vocals: Jon Puhl; Tenor Sax: Eric Mullins; Drums: Eric Elsner. Join us! SATURDAY May 31, 7:30 p.m.
Events on Monday, April 28, 2025
Events on Thursday, May 1, 2025
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
1 May 25
Ruskin
Figure Drawing Group
1 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Friday, May 2, 2025
Events on Sunday, May 4, 2025
Events on Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Events on Thursday, May 8, 2025
Figure Drawing Group
8 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Friday, May 9, 2025
A Few Good Men - Fri May 9
9 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, May 10, 2025
Events on Sunday, May 11, 2025
A Few Good Men - Sun May 11
11 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Events on Thursday, May 15, 2025
Figure Drawing Group
15 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Friday, May 16, 2025
A Few Good Men - Fri May 16
16 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, May 17, 2025
A Few Good Men - Sat May 17
17 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Sunday, May 18, 2025
A Few Good Men - Sun May 18
18 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, May 22, 2025
Figure Drawing Group
22 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, May 24, 2025
Remix TMA@Firehouse
24 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, May 29, 2025
Figure Drawing Group
29 May 25
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, May 31, 2025
TBone Hamilton Band
31 May 25
Ruskin