Events

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.

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.

NEW! Open Pottery Studio – Saturday Class – 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. Saturdays 11:00 am – 1:30 pm Starting July 11th, for Adults. 4 session fee, each day is it’s own session. Booking from July 11 2026 – December 12, 2026.

iCasting Kids: Acting Classes for Kids & Teens! 9-Week Session, Kids (Ages 6–11); Teens (Ages 12–18). Saturdays, August 29 – November 14 at The Firehouse Cultural Center. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE. Call iCasting Kids direct at 813-842-1465. or visit website www.icastingkids.com. Classes will take place at The Firehouse!

Kids Pottery Class – 3-Session Series. Ages 5 to 9 – Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this fun and interactive 3-session pottery series designed just for kids! Tuesdays, Oct. 20, Nov. 3 & Nov. 17, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

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).

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.

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.

The Charlie Morris Band delivers energetic and laid back original tunes which are a blend of Blues, Country, and Florida Swamp Music. Joining the band will be Charlie’s old friend TC Carr. He needs no introduction. He’s one of the greatest harmonica players who ever picked up the instrument. Come out and listen to the music at The Firehouse Center Stage on Saturday, November 14 @7:30 pm!

Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | Portrait Painting | Students will learn how to paint a head study in oil from the life model. First, we’ll cover the basics of color theory and paint mixing. Participants will then map out their study with an under-drawing. Through demonstration and individual critiques, students will gain confidence in handling oils and develop an understanding of how to capture a likeness.
Sundays | 1:00 – 4:00 PM Class Dates | Sundays, Nov 15 – Dec 20 (5 classes). Classes held @ the Firehouse Annex.