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.

02/14/2026

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Glass Fusing Workshop: Spring Flutter Butterflies
Glass Fusing Workshop: Spring Flutter Butterflies
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass creation. If you’ve done this class, a new design with 2 butterflies is an option. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window.
Saturday, Feb. 14 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.

02/14/2026

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Glass Fusing Workshop: Spring Flutter Butterflies - Feb. 17
Glass Fusing Workshop: Spring Flutter Butterflies - Feb. 17
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass creation. If you’ve done this class, a new design with 2 butterflies is an option. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window.
Tues, Feb. 17 from 10:00 – 11:30 am. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.

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Press & Politics: The Future of the American Press
Tuesday, March 28, 2017    
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Join Tampa Bay Times columnist Ernest Hooper, Tampa Bay Business Journal writer Janell Irwin and Rob Lorei, WMNF news director and host of WEDU’s Florida This Week for a panel discussion.
Chuck Brodsky
Friday, March 31, 2017    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Singer, guitarist, song writer, story teller, troubadour and a modern day bard. With his acoustic guitar and voice he tells the stories of oddball and underdog characters. His songs celebrate the goodness in people.
Ron Feingold - Comedy Acappella
Friday, April 7, 2017    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Ron Feingold is literally a one man vocal band, relying only on his voice as his sole instrument to create a truly unique musical comedy experience. Comedian Steve Netta will open the show.
Whitney James Quartet
Saturday, April 29, 2017    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Engaging jazz vocalist Whitney James is making her debut performance at the Firehouse, backed by well-known jazz guitarist LaRue Nickelson, with Alejandro Arenas on bass, and Dave Rudolph on drums. The quartet will feature a mix of Great American Songbook standards and modern standards.
Events on Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Events on Friday, March 31, 2017
Chuck Brodsky
31 Mar 17
Ruskin
Events on Friday, April 7, 2017
Events on Saturday, April 29, 2017
Whitney James Quartet
29 Apr 17
Ruskin