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).

06/02/2025  – 08/08/2025

8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2025
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2025
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.

06/03/2025  – 07/04/2025

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.

06/05/2025  – 07/06/2025

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.

06/05/2025  – 07/06/2025

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.

06/07/2025  – 07/19/2025

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

Discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course focused on the fundamentals of wheel throwing. Over six 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. Saturdays, 9:00 am until 12:00 noon June 7 – July 19 (no class July 5).

06/23/2025  – 07/04/2025

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Teen Clay Creators - Session 2
Teen Clay Creators - Session 2
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 2 (2 weeks) June 23 through July 4 (Tue, Wed, Thu)

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Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2026
Monday, June 1, 2026 – Friday, August 7, 2026    
8:30 am – 3:30 pm
$0.00 - $230.00
FCC and FL Drama Kids Camp have partnered to create ten (10) full weeks of fun for your campers ages 7 - 15! Register for individual weeks or multiple weeks with FCC (8 weeks available), and parents can contact FL Drama Kids Camp for either of the two (2) weeks offered. 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.
Ocean Wave Jewelry
Wednesday, June 3, 2026    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
$40.00 - $45.00
Create a beautiful ocean wave bracelet and pair of drop earrings with pearl accents, sized just for your wrist or desired earring length. Choose from a variety of freshwater and glass pearls in a wide selection of colors and sizes to create your pieces. You also have the option to create a drop necklace or a ring as an alternative. Come join the fun! Wednesday, June 3, 10:30 am
Decoupage Shells Workshop
Wednesday, June 3, 2026    
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
$35.00 - $40.00
Make your own decoupage shells to use as decorations, trinket dishes or soap dishes. A wide choice of designs will be offered. Includes all tools and supplies needed to make two large shells and a shell ornament. Wednesday, June 3, 1:30 pm.
The Al Lopez Band plays the Blues
Saturday, June 13, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$25.00 - $30.00
The Al Lopez Band aims to give their fans a show blending great songs with high energy and musical prowess. In order to deliver the best performances, Alex Lopez has surrounded himself with top caliber musicians. Each one brings an impressive resume and experience that when combined with Alex's passion and energy gives fans a show they wont forget. This a Saturday Night Center Stage: Music Event on June 13 at 7:30 p.m.
James Suggs and Friends: Jazz Band
Saturday, June 20, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$25.00 - $30.00
Come out to see James Suggs and Friends offering a great night of Jazz on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the Firehouse.
Events on Monday, June 1, 2026
Events on Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Ocean Wave Jewelry
3 Jun 26
Ruskin
Decoupage Shells Workshop
3 Jun 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, June 13, 2026
Events on Saturday, June 20, 2026