02/10/2026  – 03/10/2026

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Playful Prints
Playful Prints
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Take part in the joy and exploration of printmaking! During this three-session series, young artists will create one-of-a-kind prints using paint, cardboard and various recycled treasures. Ages 5 to 9. Tuesdays, Feb. 10, 24, and March 10, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

02/10/2026  – 03/10/2026

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Printmaking Magic
Printmaking Magic
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Come discover the magical art of printmaking! During this three-session series, young artists will create multiple images using printmaking techniques such as mono prints, relief, and collagraphs. Be prepared to get messy and leave with one of a kind works of art! Ages 10 and up. Tuesdays, Feb. 3, 17 and March 3, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

02/12/2026  – 03/12/2026

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

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, Feb 12 – Mar 12.

02/12/2026  – 02/13/2026

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Figure Drawing
Figure Drawing
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

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.

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5:00 PM - FCC Gala 2017
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"Parental Advisory Tour"  @ The Firehouse
Friday, February 3, 2017    
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Naughty, hilarious and definitely R-rated! Join us at the Firehouse for our Politically Incorrect Comedy Show with comedians Steven Lolli & Aniria .
Community Garage Sale @ FCC
Saturday, February 4, 2017    
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Clear your garage, closet or storage unit and sell your unwanted treasures. Arts and Craft vendors are welcomed. Rent your table or a space for low fee.
The Rumba Brothers - Latin Love Songs
Saturday, February 11, 2017    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Jose Velez Fernando and Luis Alfredo Garcia ( The Rumba brothers) have been playing together for nearly 20 years. They play a mixture of Italian, Mariachi, Caribbean Latin and Flamenco music.
Midnight Train: Harriet Tubman Conductor on the Underground Railroad
Wednesday, February 15, 2017    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Harriet Tubman is well known for her 19 trips down South along the secret route known as the Underground Railroad to save over 300 other Africans from the brutality of slavery. Mary portrays Harriet Tubman during her years as a slave, her journey to freedom and her endeavors to help others flee northward.
Midnight Train: Harriet Tubman Conductor on the Underground Railroad
Thursday, February 16, 2017    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Harriet Tubman is well known for her 19 trips down South along the secret route known as the Underground Railroad to save over 300 other Africans from the brutality of slavery. Mary portrays Harriet Tubman during her years as a slave, her journey to freedom and her endeavors to help others flee northward.
Comedy Night @ The Firehouse
Friday, February 17, 2017    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
America's Most Hilarious Teacher Mike Rivera returns! The quick-witted comedian tears through a fast-paced set that highlights his likable stage persona and clever writing style.
Valerie Gillespie Jazz Ensemble - Love Songs
Saturday, February 18, 2017    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Whether performing alongside music legends or in her own neighborhood, jazz musician Valerie Gillespie is living the Lush Life — the title of her latest CD with the Valerie Gillespie Ensemble, which offers her signature saxophone and sentimental take on new and classic jazz songs.
Pablo Sainz Villegas, Spanish Guitarist
Sunday, February 26, 2017    
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
A FREE musical event for all ages. Pablo Sainz Villegas plays his Spanish Guitar, talks about its history, and his career. Followed by Q & A.
Beginning Painting
Wednesday, March 1, 2017    
12:00 am
An introductory course to basic painting techniques, with an emphasis on classic and contemporary applications of acrylic media. Topics include the use of composition, color, texture, form and value through still life, landscape, portrait, and figure. Ages 16–Adult.
Painting with Watercolors
Thursday, March 2, 2017    
12:00 am
Beginning and experienced students will learn and explore the basics of color, brush strokes, and various watercolor techniques. Ages 16–Adult.
FCC Gala 2017
Saturday, March 4, 2017    
All Day
Cocktails ♦ Dinner ♦ Entertainment ♦ Dancing ♦ Silent & Live Auction. All proceeds benefit programming and scholarships.
Events on Friday, February 3, 2017
Events on Saturday, February 4, 2017
Community Garage Sale @ FCC
4 Feb 17
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, February 11, 2017
Events on Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Events on Thursday, February 16, 2017
Events on Friday, February 17, 2017
Comedy Night @ The Firehouse
17 Feb 17
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, February 18, 2017
Events on Sunday, February 26, 2017
Events on Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Beginning Painting
1 Mar 17
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, March 2, 2017
Painting with Watercolors
2 Mar 17
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, March 4, 2017
FCC Gala 2017
4 Mar 17
Wimauma