Events – 26 Jul 25

Drummer Ken Loomer and his Dynamic Swinging Big Band has created a style that touches all people and all generations as they play the music of Duke Ellington, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Count Basie, Maynard Ferguson, and Ken’s own great original arrangements.

Rick Hatfield with Special Guest — T-Bone Hamilton on upright bass

In partnership with the Patel Conservatory & Straz Center the Firehouse Cultural Center presents Opera Tampa. Saturday, November 12th at 2:00 PM

“Women in Print,” Panel Conversation, part of the Brenda Knowles ‘Inside Journalism Series.’ The panel is made up of distinguished guest journalists Diane Egner , Lois Kindle , Colleen Kochannek and Alexandra Zayas. Q & A will follow the panel discussion.

Come and join us for a hilarious night of laughs at the Firehouse! Dean Napolitano and Myke Herlihy are sure to put a smile on your face.

Don’t miss the sensational talent and personality of Debby Bacon, a dynamic multi-instrumentalist that will have you tapping your feet, clapping your hands and scratching your head for an answer!

“International Journalism ,” Panel Discussion with Special Guest Lucinda Clarke , part of the Brenda Knowles ‘Inside Journalism Series.’ Q & A will follow the panel discussion.

Firehouse Cultural Center brings together the South Shore area for a Family Holiday celebration featuring South Shore School Ensembles. Saturday,December 3rd at 2:00 PM

Valerie Gillespie and her ensemble will be playing jazz music from her Holiday Repertoire.