10/16/2026

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. Legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on the Firehouse stage. Join us on Friday, Oct 16 @7:30 pm.

10/17/2026

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. Legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on the Firehouse stage. Join us on Saturday, Oct 17 @7:30 pm.

10/18/2026  – 10/25/2026

11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Pop Up Market: Pottery & Creative Goods Market
Pop Up Market: Pottery & Creative Goods Market

Pop Up Market. Unique handmade gifts. One-of-a–kind functional or sculpted pottery items, knitted gnomes with personalities, holiday pillows, jewelry, woodworking cards, paintings and more! Two Sundays; Sunday Oct 18 and Sunday Oct 25, From 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. FCC Studio, 102 1st Ave NE Ruskin.

10/18/2026

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. Legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on the Firehouse stage. Join us for a Sunday Matinee, Oct 18 @3:00 pm.

10/22/2026  – 11/19/2026

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, Oct 22 – Nov 19 (5 weeks).

10/22/2026

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

Spring/Fall 2026: June dates are June 11 & June 25, Thursdays, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. No Figure drawing in July & Aug. then back in September, Second and Fourth Thursdays of the month, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. 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. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door.

10/23/2026

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. Legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on the Firehouse stage. Join us on Friday, Oct 23 @7:30 pm.

10/24/2026

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. Legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on the Firehouse stage. Join us on Saturday, Oct 24 @7:30 pm.

10/25/2026

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
AGATHA CHRISTIE: Murder on the Orient Express
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

A luxury train is trapped in the snow. A passenger is found murdered. Everyone aboard is a suspect, and each one has something to hide. Legendary detective Hercule Poirot must examine the evidence, expose the lies, and solve the crime before it is too late. One of Agatha Christie’s most celebrated mysteries comes to life on the Firehouse stage. Join us for a Sunday Matinee, Oct 25 @3:00 pm.

10/27/2026  – 11/24/2026

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Mud to Magic Kids Pottery Class – 3-Session Series. Ages 10 and Up – HOMESCHOOL: Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this fun and interactive 3-session pottery series designed just for kids! Tuesdays, Oct 27, Nov. 10 & Nov. 24.

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Nathan Coe Marsh: Magic Show — Family Theater
Saturday, January 11, 2014    
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Spend a magical afternoon with family while enjoying a personable, funny and engaging magician: Nathan Coe Marsh.
Nathan Coe Marsh: Magic Show
Saturday, January 11, 2014    
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Join us for an evening of infectious laughter, stunning impossibilities, and the most fun you've had with a blowtorch, samurai sword, duct tape, and an iPad.
12 Jan
Sunday, January 12, 2014    
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Behind our world-famous beaches, tourist attractions and sunny suburbs lies an alarming secret: Tampa Bay is a hotbed for human trafficking. Florida is the third-highest ranked state in the nation for this crime. Join us for an in-depth look at this crisis.
An Iliad
Friday, January 17, 2014 – Sunday, January 19, 2014    
12:00 am
Now in the shadow of modern wars, the power of Homer's epic story of war, honor and violence is unleashed for a modern audience. Has anything really changed since the Trojan War?
Belmont & Jones
Friday, January 24, 2014    
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Belmont & Jones is the stage moniker for the superb, Tallahassee-based country-blues duo of Charlie Engstrom and Carrie Hamby. Both are strong, natural singers.
Florida Treasures: a Viva Florida history exploration
Thursday, January 30, 2014    
10:15 am
When two tourists discover a treasure chest full of historical artifacts, they are magically transported back in time in a fun-filled journey through Florida history.
Florida Treasures: a Viva Florida history exploration — Family Theater
Thursday, January 30, 2014    
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
When two tourists discover a treasure chest full of historical artifacts, they are magically transported back in time in a fun-filled journey through Florida history.
Sinatra!
Saturday, February 1, 2014    
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
The music of Frank Sinatra, The Voice, will fill the Firehouse Cultural Center as The Performing Arts Company presents the musical revue Sinatra!
Events on Saturday, January 11, 2014
Events on Sunday, January 12, 2014
Events on Friday, January 17, 2014
An Iliad
17 Jan 14
Ruskin
Events on Friday, January 24, 2014
Belmont & Jones
24 Jan 14
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, February 1, 2014
Sinatra!
1 Feb 14
Ruskin