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.

02/23/2026  – 03/30/2026

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Paint it Your Way: Watercolor Or Acrylic
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some painting experience, this class offers an enriching journey tailored to your pace and interests. Choose the medium that suits you—watercolor or acrylic—and unlock your creative potential. Instructor: Michael Parker. Mondays, Feb 23 – March 30, 2026, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

02/24/2026

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Youth Art Class: Ages 5 to 9: Feb 24
Youth Art Class: Ages 5 to 9: Feb 24
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Youth Art Class: Ages 5 to 9, Come explore exciting new ways to create in this hands-on art class designed for young artists.
Tues, Feb. 24 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

02/24/2026

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Blues Beatles Band: They Play Beatles Songs With Blues Twist
The Blues Beatles Band: They Play Beatles Songs With Blues Twist
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Blues Beatles is a Blues band that mixes the melodies of the Beatles with traditional Blues arrangements, a mix that has been winning in Brazil, USA and Europe. And they always become an “instant sensation” everywhere they go and play: New York City, Las Vegas, Chicago, Memphis, Orlando, Charlotte, Montgomery, Chattanooga, Aarhus, Randers, Esbjerg, Brasilia, Goiânia, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte among other … it´s a long list!
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 at 7:30 – 9:30 pm.

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Firehouse Gala 2018
Saturday, March 3, 2018    
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Come away to a magical & mystical island, “Dickman Island!” Gala Chairs and Hosts Danita & Glenn Dickman invite you to the Firehouse Cultural Center Gala with cocktails and dinner.
Pursuits in Printmaking – Session 2: Portrait Printmaking
Wednesday, March 7, 2018    
9:30 am
Using a range of printmaking techniques, produce striking prints inspired by what is on view in the Tampa Museum of Art.
Painting – Session 2
Wednesday, March 7, 2018    
6:00 pm
This course explores basic painting techniques, using acrylic media. Topics include: composition, color, color mixing, texture, form and value. We will explore both representational and abstract painting.
Painting with Watercolors – Session 2
Thursday, March 8, 2018    
1:00 pm
Students will learn and explore: color (complementary colors, analogous colors, the chromatic richness of neutrals); brush strokes (from flat and variegated washes to dancing with your brushes); techniques (from wet-into-wet to spattering, pouring, spraying, stenciling, scrubbing).
Chuck Brodsky
Friday, March 16, 2018    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Singer, guitarist, song writer, story teller, troubadour and a modern day bard, Chuck Brodsky tells the stories of oddball and underdog characters with his acoustic guitar and voice. His songs celebrate the goodness in people.
Mike Donahue & Third Man Out
Saturday, March 17, 2018    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish tunes at the Firehouse Pub!
Patel Conservatory Musical Theater: Grades 2 – 12
Monday, March 19, 2018    
4:30 pm
An overview of Musical Theater from the historical & performance perspectives. Students will explore American musical theater pieces; musical, theatrical and dance styles from throughout the 20th century.
Stacey Knights & Chuck Weirich
Saturday, March 24, 2018    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Stacey Knights’ single, “Morning Monk,” earned first place in the March Jazz Competition sponsored by American Idol Underground. American Idol Magazine named her “Best Emerging Artist of 2006.” Chuck Weirich has been playing the trumpet for 45 years.
Alexis Cole
Sunday, March 25, 2018    
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Alexis Cole, a respected world-traveled Jazz Vocalist from New York, will perform a special engagement at the Firehouse Pub on Sunday afternoon, at 3:30 p.m.
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Chuck Brodsky
16 Mar 18
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Mike Donahue & Third Man Out
17 Mar 18
Ruskin
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Alexis Cole
25 Mar 18
Ruskin