01/05/2026  – 04/13/2026

10:30 am – 11:30 am
Kids Theater Program in partnership with Patel Conservatory Straz - Ages 5 - 9
Kids Theater Program in partnership with Patel Conservatory Straz - Ages 5 - 9
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Firehouse Cultural Center in partnership with Patel Conservatory @Straz Center presents a Kids Theater Program.
This Free program will start Mondays, Jan. 5 until April 13 from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Limited Space for ages 5 – 9. Free Programming provided by Patel Conservatory. Underwritten by The Straz.

01/08/2026  – 12/17/2026

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesday - Thursday
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesday - Thursday
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Thursdays: 9:30 am – Noon, Adults. 4 session fee, each day is it’s own session. Book January 2026 – December 2026.

01/08/2026  – 05/21/2026

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

New schedule. 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Age 18+, beginning January 8, 2026. 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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.

01/08/2026  – 12/17/2026

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Welcome to our Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Thursdays: 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Adults. 4 session fee, each day is it’s own session. Book from January 2026 – December 2026.

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.

03/15/2026  – 03/29/2026

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Studio 55 | Jewelry Sampler | TMA@Firehouse
Studio 55 | Jewelry Sampler | TMA@Firehouse
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | Students will create mosaic pendants, transform artwork and photos into necklaces, and learn metal texturing and stamping. Each session will guide you in creating your own unique, wearable pieces of art!
Sundays | 1:00 – 4:00 PM Class Dates | Mar 15– 29 (3 classes).

03/21/2026

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fundraiser for Scholarships
Fundraiser for Scholarships
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

WE ARE BACK! SAVE THE DATE! FUNDRAISER FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! A NIGHT IN THE BIG EASY featuring THE JAZZ PHOOLS. Serving up New Orleans, Dixieland and Zydeco Jazz. Saturday, March 21, 2026, 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Benefiting the Firehouse Cultural Center Scholarships and No Fee Programming. Click through to Book Your Tickets, or call 813-645-7651.

03/21/2026

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fundraiser for Scholarships: Individual Seating Page
Fundraiser for Scholarships: Individual Seating Page
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

SAVE THE DATE! FUNDRAISER FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! Individual Seat tickets for A NIGHT IN THE BIG EASY featuring THE JAZZ PHOOLS. Serving up New Orleans, Dixieland and Zydeco Jazz. Saturday, March 21, 2026, 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Benefiting the Firehouse Cultural Center Scholarships and No Fee Programming. Click through to Book Your Individual Outdoor Seating Tickets, or call 813-645-7651.

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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