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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TBone Hamilton & the Blues All Stars - CD Release Party
Saturday, June 1, 2019    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
TBone Hamilton and the Blues All Stars return to the Firehouse Cultural Center for a night of outstanding blues music. This show is a special as TBone is reunited with former band mate Greg Poulos (The Poulos Ramsey band) for the first time in many years! Jon Puhl (guitar) and Eric Elsner (drums) fill out the band. This will be a One Night Only show!
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2019
Monday, June 3, 2019 – Friday, August 2, 2019    
12:00 am
Nine (9) weeks weeks of fun for your Campers ages 8-14! Themed weeks span from Musical Theater, Visual Arts, Animation to Robotics. Explore the Visual & Performing Arts or Imagine and Discover Arts & Technology. Each week culminates with a “Stage Performance” for Family and Friends. These camps fill up fast, so call 813-645-7651 now or register at www.firehouseculturalcenter.org. Choose one week or all nine.
Comedy Night: "50 Shades of Bray" starring Rene Bray
Friday, June 7, 2019    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT Closing out her 30-year comedy career, Rene Bray has chosen the Firehouse as her second-to-last show ever (and last show in the area) before she retires for good. Rene will bring a full evening of jokes, stories and audience interaction. Don't miss your last chance to see one of our all-time favorite comedians!
James Suggs and ‘La Lucha’ - CD Release Party
Saturday, June 15, 2019    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
James Suggs will be performing selections from his recently released album "You're Gonna Hear From Me", alongside area favorite, La Lucha (Alejandro Arenas, John O'Leary, and Mark Feinman).
Events on Saturday, June 1, 2019
Events on Monday, June 3, 2019
Events on Friday, June 7, 2019
Events on Saturday, June 15, 2019