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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Firehouse Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, September 25, 2013    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
County Commissioner Sandra Murman will join FCC Board Members and other elected officials to officially open the Firehouse Cultural Center. A public reception will follow in the FCC theater.
Family Artists Big Draw Kick Off
Saturday, September 28, 2013    
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Celebrate illustrations! Participate in a drawing lesson! Join us for this special program featuring stories and a fun family art project. For ages 5 – 12. Registration is required. Call 273-3652.
Mini-Maestro Family Concert: Woodwinds
Saturday, September 28, 2013    
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Featuring the woodwind instruments of the Southshore Symphony Orchestra, a fun experience of music for all ages.
Japanese Storytelling with Mask, Mime, Music & Origami
Wednesday, October 2, 2013    
12:00 am
Kuniko Yamamoto performs Japanese storytelling with music, mime & origami demonstration.
Japanese Storytelling with Mask, Mime, Music & Origami — Family Theater
Wednesday, October 2, 2013    
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Kuniko Yamamoto performs Japanese storytelling with music, mime & origami demonstration.
04 Oct
Friday, October 4, 2013    
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Gary is a jazz virtuoso, teacher, composer and sound engineer who has performed in LA, Japan, Hawaii, Indiana and Florida. Rich played with N.J. Blues band Gutbucket before returning to his rock & roll roots. He has played with the legendary southern rock band Foolstar for 20 years.
The Big Draw Extravaganza Event
Saturday, October 5, 2013    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Blaze new frontiers in Drawing! Come join in a day of fun new arts experiences for all ages, with a variety of drawing activities. Food & beverage vendors on site. Music by DJ Seth Dugan. Bring the whole family!
Events on Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Firehouse Ribbon Cutting
25 Sep 13
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, September 28, 2013
Events on Friday, October 4, 2013
Events on Saturday, October 5, 2013