09/08/2026  – 10/06/2026

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 – Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this fun and interactive 3-session pottery series designed just for kids! Tuesdays, Sept. 8, Sept. 22 & Oct. 6.

09/10/2026

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.

09/14/2026

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Floral Resin Jewelry
Floral Resin Jewelry
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Come and create some colorful accessories using dried flowers, glitter and colorings in UV resin.
You’ll make 2-3 pendant necklaces or keychains and will have a choice of pendant shapes, including flower, butterfly, round, oblong and oval. Monday, September 14, 1:30 pm.

09/14/2026

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Mosaic Jewelry
Mosaic Jewelry
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Create truly personal and unique wearable art. At this fun class you’ll make 2-3 pendant necklaces using beads, charms, seaglass and other findings. Includes all tools and supplies needed. Monday, September 14, 10:30 am.

09/20/2026

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
C.A.R.E. -  Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort
C.A.R.E. - Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Come out and join us at the Firehouse Center Stage on Sunday, Sept. 20th at 3:00 pm to enjoy a Rock & Roll Comedy Concert with Jack Willhite, benefiting C.A.R.E. Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort. Whether you’re a die-hard classic rock fan or just looking for a wildly fun night out, this is the comedy show you didn’t know you needed-but absolutely don’t want to miss!

09/24/2026

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.

10/03/2026

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Record Launch: La Lucha with vocalist Allison Nash
Record Launch: La Lucha with vocalist Allison Nash
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Change in the line up for Oct 3! Performing will be La Lucha with vocalist Allison Nash doing a record launch.
Click through to have a listen to the La Lucha reel featuring Allison Nash! Saturday, October 3, 2026 7:30 – 9:30 pm.

10/08/2026

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.

10/15/2026

10:30 am – 11:30 am
The Wind in the Willows
The Wind in the Willows
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

The Wind in the Willows. Come on a “Wild Ride” as Toad and Ratty recount their adventures with Motor-Cars, Weasels, and the battle for Toad Hall in this adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s 1908 novel. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, 10:30 am. (40 minutes) Grades K- 5.

10/16/2026

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Homeschool: Halloween FUN
Homeschool: Halloween FUN
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You’ll create three pieces for Halloween: a stretch bracelet, a beaded spider ornament and a beaded Halloween suncatcher. Friday, October 16 from 10:30 am.

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Interrupted: A Program of International Experimental Video Art
Tuesday, April 2, 2019    
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Interrupted: A program of international Experimental Video Art Presented by The Firehouse Cultural Center. This Event is Free!
Gypsy Star Band
Saturday, April 6, 2019    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tampa Bay's Gypsy Star artfully fuses original indie folk rock with rhythms from around the world to create their unique sound. Also join us for an outstanding Mediterranean Dinner beforehand. The proceeds fund the FCC 2019 Summer Camp Scholarships.
Musical Discovery Lecture Series
Tuesday, April 9, 2019    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Music lovers of all levels, explore the fascinating inner workings of the musical world. Music from cultures around the world to popular 20th Century music genres will be presented. Monthly on Tuesdays, Oct. – May.
The Draw-In 2019
Saturday, April 13, 2019    
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
FUN - Free - Arts for all Ages! Free art activities include: Art Vending Machine ● Jackson Pollock Style Drip Painting ● Mobiles • Printmaking ● Drawing ● Chalk Drawing ● Painting. There will be a Food Truck Vendor!
Comedy Night: Award-Winning Comedy
Friday, April 26, 2019    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Award-Winning Comedy! Starring Headliner James Yon (winner of 104.1 FM Orlando's Comedian of the Year contest) with feature Angela Nacca (runner-up Miami's Funniest Comedian, runner-up Florida's Funniest Female).
David Gerald: Blues Rocker
Sunday, May 5, 2019    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
David Gerald's new album, N2U, was released in April 2018. “Hands down, one of the top blues musicians of our era! David Gerald brings the heart of the legendary blues across the strings on his guitar.” Ken Heath, Director of Community and Economic Development, Marion, VA
Events on Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Events on Saturday, April 6, 2019
Gypsy Star Band
6 Apr 19
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Events on Saturday, April 13, 2019
The Draw-In 2019
13 Apr 19
Ruskin
Events on Friday, April 26, 2019
Events on Sunday, May 5, 2019
David Gerald: Blues Rocker
5 May 19
Ruskin