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Happy 4th of July from The Firehouse!

July 2, 2024/in Uncategorized /by Elaine Simmons
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More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
Monday, January 3, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Beginners you will learn the basics of drawing: like direct of lines proportions and form. Advanced artists you will learn how to refine your skills and also learn new shading techniques. Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 - 1:30pm – 3:30pm.
More Info
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 – Saturday, January 29, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
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Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Monday, January 31, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
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Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Sunday, February 6, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
More Info
Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Thursday, February 10, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Painting with Watercolors. For students at all levels. Explore: color; brush strokes from flat washes to dancing with your brushes; techniques from wet to scrubbing; and more. Includes Materials. Jan. 6 - Feb. 10, 2022.
More Info
POSTPONED Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
POSTPONED         Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
Sunday, January 9, 2022    
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann! This European Crooner is one not to pass up. Representing the great entertainers of the past and present, Kirst’s ability to interpret their music is beyond dispute. This memorable performance will be reminiscent of the golden era of American popular songs and jazz standards. Sunday, Jan. 9 at 3:00 pm.
More Info
Photography Workshop
Photography Workshop
Friday, January 14, 2022 – Wednesday, January 19, 2022    
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
”The best camera is the one you have with you.” Nowadays, that is the one in our pockets! You will master the art of cell-phone photography. Friday, January 14 - 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
More Info
Comedy TBA
Comedy TBA
Friday, January 14, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
The Firehouse brings a night of laughs for Comedy Night. More information to come.
More Info
Comedy — Mike Rivera!
Comedy — Mike Rivera!
Friday, January 14, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
Come out and meet America's Most Hilarious Teacher Mike Rivera. He is a decades-long headliner. He is also a Firehouse favorite!
More Info
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
Saturday, January 15, 2022 – Saturday, February 5, 2022    
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8. Fire up your creativity and learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Have fun and create any shape you desire! Students should expect to make several projects using these skills. Clay, tool, glazing and firing included. NEW DATES: Saturdays, Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5. 9:00 am to 10:30 am.
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Eireann’s Call
Eireann’s Call
Saturday, January 15, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
With a sound perfect for concert halls or the festival stage, Eireann's Call is a classy, powerful band. Their music spans the Celtic nations, with World Music influences from the Middle East, North Africa, Appalachia, Scandinavia and more. Instrumentation includes: bagpipes, accordion, keys, guitar, bass, drums and tight 3 and 4 part vocal harmonies.
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Remix Workshops
Remix Workshops
Tuesday, January 18, 2022 – Tuesday, March 22, 2022    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
*REMIX WORKSHOPS ARE TEMPORARILY ON HOLD* - Remix: A wide range of follow-along make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Tampa Museum of Art’s current exhibitions. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided.
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Silk Scarf Creations
Silk Scarf Creations
Wednesday, January 19, 2022    
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Super fun workshop! Dee Hood will show us ways to create beautiful silk scarves, using just a little ink and alcohol. Wednesday, Jan. 19 - 10:30 am – 12:00 pm.
More Info
Intro to Metalsmithing
Intro to Metalsmithing
Friday, January 21, 2022    
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Come explore the art of metalsmithing. You will saw, file, texture and rivet on silver, copper, and brass. Emphasis will be texturing & riveting metals together, creating your unique jewelry. Various techniques will be demonstrated. You will make a finished piece of jewelry of either a pendant or earrings. All materials supplied. Friday, Jan. 21 - 1:00pm – 3:30pm
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Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
Saturday, January 22, 2022    
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
Come out to the book launch at the Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin, FL where John Davis Jr. (the Firehouse Poetry instructor) will be selling and signing "The Places That Hold", his new book. Saturday, Jan. 22 at 2pm.
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More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
Monday, January 24, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Beginners you will learn the basics of drawing: like direct of lines proportions and form. Advanced artists you will learn how to refine your skills and also learn new shading techniques. A six week class on Mondays, Jan. 24 - Feb. 28, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm.
More Info
Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
Monday, January 24, 2022    
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Firehouse Pub
Victorians Undressed: The Tampa Bay Hotel This performance features Mr. and Mrs. George Bergner, a 19th century couple, as they dress for an outdoor promenade at the Tampa Bay Hotel. As Mr. and Mrs. Bergner don layers of attire from the knickers up, they entertain with humor, facts and personal observations about the Hotel and customs of the Victorian era. Monday, January 24 at 2:00 pm.
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Florida Treasures
Florida Treasures
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 – Wednesday, January 26, 2022    
10:45 am – 12:45 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Field Trip Performances
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. Ideal for Grades K through 8.
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Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 – Tuesday, March 29, 2022    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • TMA-Workshops
  • Workshops & Classes
Teen Open Studio is a program that gives teens in grades 6 through 12 the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from new artists. All Materials Provided. In Partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art. More information to come.
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Ona Kirei with La Lucha
Ona Kirei with La Lucha
Saturday, January 29, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
Ona Kirei will be leading this exciting show consisting mostly of her compositions and arrangements. Ona Kirei is a vocalist, composer, and arranger from Barcelona. Ona speaks and sings in five different languages. This performance is a must see! She will be backed by La Lucha, a trio based in Tampa. Additionally, Mike Dirubbo has been invited to sing with the mix, and he is nationally recognized.
More Info
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 – Saturday, February 26, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
More Info
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
More Info
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Sunday, March 6, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
More Info
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
More Info
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Friday, February 4, 2022 – Tuesday, March 1, 2022    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Adult Ceramics
  • Workshops & Classes
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
More Info
Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
Saturday, February 5, 2022    
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Workshops & Classes
Come & Create at the: Nothing's Better Than Chocolate rubber stamping workshop. Saturday, Feb. 5, 9:00 am – 12:00 am. Please register by Jan. 24!
More Info
Zach Bartholomew Band
Zach Bartholomew Band
Saturday, February 5, 2022    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center
  • Center Stage
Zach Bartholomew is an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and music educator. His original music and unique arrangements are inspired by the jazz tradition, but also draw heavily from Afro-Cuban rhythms and modern influences.
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Events on Monday, January 3, 2022
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
3 Jan 22
Ruskin
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Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
4 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, January 6, 2022
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
6 Jan 22
Ruskin
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
6 Jan 22
Ruskin
Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
6 Jan 22
Ruskin
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Events on Sunday, January 9, 2022
POSTPONED         Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
POSTPONED Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
9 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, January 14, 2022
Photography Workshop
Photography Workshop
14 Jan 22
Ruskin
Comedy TBA
Comedy TBA
14 Jan 22
Ruskin
Comedy — Mike Rivera!
Comedy — Mike Rivera!
14 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 15, 2022
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
15 Jan 22
Ruskin
Eireann’s Call
Eireann’s Call
15 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Remix Workshops
Remix Workshops
18 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Silk Scarf Creations
Silk Scarf Creations
19 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, January 21, 2022
Intro to Metalsmithing
Intro to Metalsmithing
21 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 22, 2022
Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
22 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Monday, January 24, 2022
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
24 Jan 22
Ruskin
Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
24 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Florida Treasures
Florida Treasures
25 Jan 22
Ruskin
Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
25 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, January 29, 2022
Ona Kirei with La Lucha
Ona Kirei with La Lucha
29 Jan 22
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
1 Feb 22
Ruskin
Events on Thursday, February 3, 2022
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
3 Feb 22
Ruskin
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
3 Feb 22
Ruskin
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
3 Feb 22
Ruskin
Events on Friday, February 4, 2022
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
4 Feb 22
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, February 5, 2022
Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
5 Feb 22
Ruskin
Zach Bartholomew Band
Zach Bartholomew Band
5 Feb 22
Ruskin

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    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
    Monday, January 3, 2022    
    1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Beginners you will learn the basics of drawing: like direct of lines proportions and form. Advanced artists you will learn how to refine your skills and also learn new shading techniques. Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 - 1:30pm – 3:30pm.
    More Info
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    Tuesday, January 4, 2022 – Saturday, January 29, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
    More Info
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Monday, January 31, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
    More Info
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Sunday, February 6, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
    More Info
    Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
    Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
    Thursday, January 6, 2022 – Thursday, February 10, 2022    
    1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Painting with Watercolors. For students at all levels. Explore: color; brush strokes from flat washes to dancing with your brushes; techniques from wet to scrubbing; and more. Includes Materials. Jan. 6 - Feb. 10, 2022.
    More Info
    POSTPONED Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
    POSTPONED         Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
    Sunday, January 9, 2022    
    3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann! This European Crooner is one not to pass up. Representing the great entertainers of the past and present, Kirst’s ability to interpret their music is beyond dispute. This memorable performance will be reminiscent of the golden era of American popular songs and jazz standards. Sunday, Jan. 9 at 3:00 pm.
    More Info
    Photography Workshop
    Photography Workshop
    Friday, January 14, 2022 – Wednesday, January 19, 2022    
    1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    ”The best camera is the one you have with you.” Nowadays, that is the one in our pockets! You will master the art of cell-phone photography. Friday, January 14 - 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
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    Comedy TBA
    Comedy TBA
    Friday, January 14, 2022    
    7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    The Firehouse brings a night of laughs for Comedy Night. More information to come.
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    Comedy — Mike Rivera!
    Comedy — Mike Rivera!
    Friday, January 14, 2022    
    7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    Come out and meet America's Most Hilarious Teacher Mike Rivera. He is a decades-long headliner. He is also a Firehouse favorite!
    More Info
    Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
    Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
    Saturday, January 15, 2022 – Saturday, February 5, 2022    
    9:00 am – 10:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8. Fire up your creativity and learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Have fun and create any shape you desire! Students should expect to make several projects using these skills. Clay, tool, glazing and firing included. NEW DATES: Saturdays, Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5. 9:00 am to 10:30 am.
    More Info
    Eireann’s Call
    Eireann’s Call
    Saturday, January 15, 2022    
    7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    With a sound perfect for concert halls or the festival stage, Eireann's Call is a classy, powerful band. Their music spans the Celtic nations, with World Music influences from the Middle East, North Africa, Appalachia, Scandinavia and more. Instrumentation includes: bagpipes, accordion, keys, guitar, bass, drums and tight 3 and 4 part vocal harmonies.
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    Remix Workshops
    Remix Workshops
    Tuesday, January 18, 2022 – Tuesday, March 22, 2022    
    6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    *REMIX WORKSHOPS ARE TEMPORARILY ON HOLD* - Remix: A wide range of follow-along make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Tampa Museum of Art’s current exhibitions. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided.
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    Silk Scarf Creations
    Silk Scarf Creations
    Wednesday, January 19, 2022    
    10:30 am – 12:00 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Super fun workshop! Dee Hood will show us ways to create beautiful silk scarves, using just a little ink and alcohol. Wednesday, Jan. 19 - 10:30 am – 12:00 pm.
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    Intro to Metalsmithing
    Intro to Metalsmithing
    Friday, January 21, 2022    
    1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Come explore the art of metalsmithing. You will saw, file, texture and rivet on silver, copper, and brass. Emphasis will be texturing & riveting metals together, creating your unique jewelry. Various techniques will be demonstrated. You will make a finished piece of jewelry of either a pendant or earrings. All materials supplied. Friday, Jan. 21 - 1:00pm – 3:30pm
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    Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
    Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
    Saturday, January 22, 2022    
    2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    Come out to the book launch at the Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin, FL where John Davis Jr. (the Firehouse Poetry instructor) will be selling and signing "The Places That Hold", his new book. Saturday, Jan. 22 at 2pm.
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    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
    Monday, January 24, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
    1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Beginners you will learn the basics of drawing: like direct of lines proportions and form. Advanced artists you will learn how to refine your skills and also learn new shading techniques. A six week class on Mondays, Jan. 24 - Feb. 28, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm.
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    Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
    Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
    Monday, January 24, 2022    
    2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Firehouse Pub
    Victorians Undressed: The Tampa Bay Hotel This performance features Mr. and Mrs. George Bergner, a 19th century couple, as they dress for an outdoor promenade at the Tampa Bay Hotel. As Mr. and Mrs. Bergner don layers of attire from the knickers up, they entertain with humor, facts and personal observations about the Hotel and customs of the Victorian era. Monday, January 24 at 2:00 pm.
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    Florida Treasures
    Florida Treasures
    Tuesday, January 25, 2022 – Wednesday, January 26, 2022    
    10:45 am – 12:45 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Field Trip Performances
    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. Ideal for Grades K through 8.
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    Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
    Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
    Tuesday, January 25, 2022 – Tuesday, March 29, 2022    
    6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • TMA-Workshops
    • Workshops & Classes
    Teen Open Studio is a program that gives teens in grades 6 through 12 the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from new artists. All Materials Provided. In Partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art. More information to come.
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    Ona Kirei with La Lucha
    Ona Kirei with La Lucha
    Saturday, January 29, 2022    
    7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    Ona Kirei will be leading this exciting show consisting mostly of her compositions and arrangements. Ona Kirei is a vocalist, composer, and arranger from Barcelona. Ona speaks and sings in five different languages. This performance is a must see! She will be backed by La Lucha, a trio based in Tampa. Additionally, Mike Dirubbo has been invited to sing with the mix, and he is nationally recognized.
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    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    Tuesday, February 1, 2022 – Saturday, February 26, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
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    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2022 - June 2022.
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    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Sunday, March 6, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
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    Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
    Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
    Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Monday, February 28, 2022    
    6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2022 - July 2022.
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    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
    Friday, February 4, 2022 – Tuesday, March 1, 2022    
    9:30 am – 11:30 am
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Adult Ceramics
    • Workshops & Classes
    BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, February 2022 - June 2022.
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    Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
    Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
    Saturday, February 5, 2022    
    9:00 am – 12:00 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Workshops & Classes
    Come & Create at the: Nothing's Better Than Chocolate rubber stamping workshop. Saturday, Feb. 5, 9:00 am – 12:00 am. Please register by Jan. 24!
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    Zach Bartholomew Band
    Zach Bartholomew Band
    Saturday, February 5, 2022    
    7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
    Firehouse Cultural Center
    • Center Stage
    Zach Bartholomew is an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and music educator. His original music and unique arrangements are inspired by the jazz tradition, but also draw heavily from Afro-Cuban rhythms and modern influences.
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    Events on Monday, January 3, 2022
    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop for KIDS
    3 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Tuesday, January 4, 2022
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    4 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Thursday, January 6, 2022
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    6 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    6 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
    Painting with Watercolors: Session 3
    6 Jan 22
    Ruskin
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    Events on Sunday, January 9, 2022
    POSTPONED         Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
    POSTPONED Black Tie Optional starring Kerst Lehmann
    9 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Friday, January 14, 2022
    Photography Workshop
    Photography Workshop
    14 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Comedy TBA
    Comedy TBA
    14 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Comedy — Mike Rivera!
    Comedy — Mike Rivera!
    14 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Saturday, January 15, 2022
    Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
    Pottery for Kids: Grades 4 - 8
    15 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Eireann’s Call
    Eireann’s Call
    15 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Tuesday, January 18, 2022
    Remix Workshops
    Remix Workshops
    18 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Wednesday, January 19, 2022
    Silk Scarf Creations
    Silk Scarf Creations
    19 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Friday, January 21, 2022
    Intro to Metalsmithing
    Intro to Metalsmithing
    21 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Saturday, January 22, 2022
    Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
    Book Launch with John Davis Jr.
    22 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Monday, January 24, 2022
    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
    More Than Basic: Drawing Workshop
    24 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
    Undressed Victorians: The Tampa Bay Hotel
    24 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Tuesday, January 25, 2022
    Florida Treasures
    Florida Treasures
    25 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
    Teen Open Studio with the Tampa Museum of Art
    25 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Saturday, January 29, 2022
    Ona Kirei with La Lucha
    Ona Kirei with La Lucha
    29 Jan 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Tuesday, February 1, 2022
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Tuesdays
    1 Feb 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Thursday, February 3, 2022
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Thursdays
    3 Feb 22
    Ruskin
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
    3 Feb 22
    Ruskin
    Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
    Adult Clay & Play - Thursday Evening
    3 Feb 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Friday, February 4, 2022
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
    Adult Clay & Play - A.M. Fridays
    4 Feb 22
    Ruskin
    Events on Saturday, February 5, 2022
    Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
    Nothing's Better Than Chocolate
    5 Feb 22
    Ruskin
    Zach Bartholomew Band
    Zach Bartholomew Band
    5 Feb 22
    Ruskin

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