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Center Stage Music acts performing at The Firehouse.

Center Stage Music

  • Kid Royal Band
    Saturday, August 8, 2026, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
  • The St. Pete Collective Band
    Saturday, September 5, 2026, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
  • C.A.R.E. - Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort
    Sunday, September 20, 2026, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Arenas Lasky & Nash Project
    Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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1:00 PM - Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
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11:00 AM - Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
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1:00 PM - Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
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10:00 AM - Try Your Hand : Clay
1:30 PM - Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
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1:00 PM - From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
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7:30 PM - Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
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1:30 PM - Return to Painting
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Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Thursday, July 2, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$180.00 - $200.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Adult Pottery
  • Workshops & Classes
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, July 2 – July 30 (5 weeks).
More Info Book Now!
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – Tuesday, August 4, 2026    
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
$65.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Kids Page
  • Workshops & Classes
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, July 7, 21 & Aug. 4, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.
More Info Book Now!
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
Saturday, July 11, 2026 – Saturday, December 12, 2026    
11:00 am – 1:30 pm
$155.00 - $175.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Pottery
  • Workshops & Classes
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.
More Info Book Now!
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Sunday, July 12, 2026 – Sunday, August 2, 2026    
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • TMA-Workshops
  • Workshops & Classes
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | Paper Collage | Inspired by the collage work of Mark Bradford, this class invites students to explore collage using decorative paper. Participants will create their own watercolor pages, images, and textured materials—incorporating elements like sandpaper and tape. All supplies are provided. Sundays | 1:00 – 4:00 PM Class Dates | Jul 12 – Aug 2 (4 classes). Classes held @ the Firehouse Annex.
More Info
Try Your Hand : Clay
Try Your Hand : Clay
Monday, July 13, 2026    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Always wanted to try your hand at clay? This one & done allows for your creativity while making a functional pot. A double pinch pot that can be a cup or planter or catch-all. You’ll have your art back after firing. Monday, July 13 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
More Info
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
Monday, July 13, 2026 – Monday, August 3, 2026    
1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
$125.00 - $140.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Discover the art of clay in this fun and relaxing four-week handbuilding class designed for adults of all skill levels. Explore creative techniques such as slab building, coil construction, texturing, sculpting, and glazing while creating functional and decorative ceramic pieces. Mondays, 1:30 – 4:00 pm, July 13 thru August 3 (four weeks).
More Info Book Now!
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Tuesday, August 11, 2026    
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
$65.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Kids Page
  • Workshops & Classes
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, July 14, 28 & Aug. 11, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.
More Info Book Now!
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
Saturday, July 18, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
  • Center Stage Music
In 2018, Brandon received an EMMY® nomination for Best Collegiate Educational Program featuring the Florida Gulf Coast University Jazz Ensemble. His debut album, “Bass’d on a True Story” (Slammin Media/Believe Distribution), reached #16 on the iTunes Top 200 Jazz Releases, earning critical acclaim for its artistry and originality. Come out and listen to the music at The Firehouse Center Stage on Saturday, July 18 @7:30 pm!
More Info
Return to Painting
Return to Painting
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – Wednesday, August 19, 2026    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
$125.00 - $145.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Return to Painting: This 5 week summer course is an introduction (or refresher) to the materials, techniques and processes of painting. Classes will focus on developing students’ understanding of composition, color theory and surface. NEW DATES: Wednesdays July 22 - August 19 in FCC Studio 1:30 – 3:30 pm (5 weeks).
More Info Book Now!
Events on Thursday, July 2, 2026
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
2 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
7 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 11, 2026
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
11 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Sunday, July 12, 2026
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
12 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Monday, July 13, 2026
Try Your Hand : Clay
Try Your Hand : Clay
13 Jul 26
Ruskin
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
13 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, July 14, 2026
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
14 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 18, 2026
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
18 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Return to Painting
Return to Painting
22 Jul 26
Ruskin

Events & Programs

  • Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesday - Thursday
    Jan 8, 2026  – Dec 17, 2026
  • Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
    Jan 8, 2026  – Dec 17, 2026
  • Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2026
    Jun 1, 2026  – Aug 7, 2026
  • Intro to the Pottery Wheel
    Jul 2, 2026  – Jul 30, 2026
  • Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
    Jul 7, 2026  – Aug 4, 2026
  • Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
    Jul 11, 2026  – Dec 12, 2026
  • Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
    Jul 12, 2026  – Aug 2, 2026
  • Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
    Jul 13, 2026  – Aug 3, 2026
  • From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
    Jul 14, 2026  – Aug 11, 2026
  • Return to Painting
    Jul 22, 2026  – Aug 19, 2026
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Firehouse Events

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11:00 AM - Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
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1:00 PM - Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
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10:00 AM - Try Your Hand : Clay
1:30 PM - Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
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1:00 PM - From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
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7:30 PM - Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
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1:30 PM - Return to Painting
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Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Thursday, July 2, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026    
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$180.00 - $200.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Adult Pottery
  • Workshops & Classes
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, July 2 – July 30 (5 weeks).
More Info Book Now!
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – Tuesday, August 4, 2026    
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
$65.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Kids Page
  • Workshops & Classes
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, July 7, 21 & Aug. 4, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.
More Info Book Now!
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
Saturday, July 11, 2026 – Saturday, December 12, 2026    
11:00 am – 1:30 pm
$155.00 - $175.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Pottery
  • Workshops & Classes
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.
More Info Book Now!
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Sunday, July 12, 2026 – Sunday, August 2, 2026    
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • TMA-Workshops
  • Workshops & Classes
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | Paper Collage | Inspired by the collage work of Mark Bradford, this class invites students to explore collage using decorative paper. Participants will create their own watercolor pages, images, and textured materials—incorporating elements like sandpaper and tape. All supplies are provided. Sundays | 1:00 – 4:00 PM Class Dates | Jul 12 – Aug 2 (4 classes). Classes held @ the Firehouse Annex.
More Info
Try Your Hand : Clay
Try Your Hand : Clay
Monday, July 13, 2026    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Always wanted to try your hand at clay? This one & done allows for your creativity while making a functional pot. A double pinch pot that can be a cup or planter or catch-all. You’ll have your art back after firing. Monday, July 13 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
More Info
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
Monday, July 13, 2026 – Monday, August 3, 2026    
1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
$125.00 - $140.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Discover the art of clay in this fun and relaxing four-week handbuilding class designed for adults of all skill levels. Explore creative techniques such as slab building, coil construction, texturing, sculpting, and glazing while creating functional and decorative ceramic pieces. Mondays, 1:30 – 4:00 pm, July 13 thru August 3 (four weeks).
More Info Book Now!
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Tuesday, August 11, 2026    
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
$65.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Kids Page
  • Workshops & Classes
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, July 14, 28 & Aug. 11, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.
More Info Book Now!
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
Saturday, July 18, 2026    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
  • Center Stage Music
In 2018, Brandon received an EMMY® nomination for Best Collegiate Educational Program featuring the Florida Gulf Coast University Jazz Ensemble. His debut album, “Bass’d on a True Story” (Slammin Media/Believe Distribution), reached #16 on the iTunes Top 200 Jazz Releases, earning critical acclaim for its artistry and originality. Come out and listen to the music at The Firehouse Center Stage on Saturday, July 18 @7:30 pm!
More Info
Return to Painting
Return to Painting
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – Wednesday, August 19, 2026    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
$125.00 - $145.00
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Return to Painting: This 5 week summer course is an introduction (or refresher) to the materials, techniques and processes of painting. Classes will focus on developing students’ understanding of composition, color theory and surface. NEW DATES: Wednesdays July 22 - August 19 in FCC Studio 1:30 – 3:30 pm (5 weeks).
More Info Book Now!
Events on Thursday, July 2, 2026
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
2 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
Little Hands, Big Creations - Kids Pottery Ages 5 to 9
7 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 11, 2026
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
Open Pottery Studio - Saturday Class
11 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Sunday, July 12, 2026
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Studio 55 | Paper Collage | TMA@Firehouse
12 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Monday, July 13, 2026
Try Your Hand : Clay
Try Your Hand : Clay
13 Jul 26
Ruskin
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
Mud to Masterpiece: Adult Hand-building Clay
13 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, July 14, 2026
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
From Mud to Magic - Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up
14 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, July 18, 2026
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
Brandon Robertson Trio: Acclaimed Bassist
18 Jul 26
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Return to Painting
Return to Painting
22 Jul 26
Ruskin

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