Events – 5 Aug 25

05/10/2025  – 08/09/2025

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse - Select Saturdays
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse – Select Saturdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Each Art Play Date Session is a stand-alone session for caregiver and child artist to play with materials and create a collaborative project. This class is on select Saturdays, May 10 through Aug 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Firehouse Cultural Center.

05/13/2025  – 08/26/2025

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - Select Tuesdays
TMA Workshop – Teen Workshop – Select Tuesdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Teen artists will explore a variety of mediums and work closely with innovative local teaching artists. With mentorship and socialization at the forefront, they’ll learn about different paths in art while developing their skills and experimenting with new techniques.
Supplies Included. This class is select Tuesdays, 6-8 PM, May 13, May 27, Aug 5, Aug 26 at the Firehouse Cultural Center.

05/24/2025  – 08/23/2025

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Remix TMA@Firehouse
Remix TMA@Firehouse
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Remix* TMA@Firehouse: Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions with a new project every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided. Attend class at The Firehouse Cultural Center. Ages 18 and up. May 24 through Aug 23, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. (4 classes).

06/02/2025  – 08/08/2025

8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2025
Imagine, Explore, Discover! Summer Camp 2025
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Ten (10) weeks of fun for your Campers ages 7-15! You may choose a single week, multiple weeks, or every week. Explore a different theme each week from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm, with snack times & lunch break – all in a creative and safe environment. Some weeks culminate with a “Show & Share” for Family and Friends. These camps fill up fast, so call 813-645-7651 now or register online at www.firehouseculturalcenter.org. Choose one week or more.

07/28/2025  – 08/08/2025

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Teen Clay Creators - Session 4
Teen Clay Creators – Session 4
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Unleash your creativity this summer! Designed for ages 12–16, this hands-on experience introduces teens to the exciting world of pottery, from hand-building techniques to wheel-throwing and glazing. Beginners or our skilled instructors will guide you through fun and engaging projects, allowing you to explore texture, form, and color. Session 4 (2 weeks) July 28 through Aug 8 (Tue, Wed, Thu).

07/30/2025  – 08/13/2025

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Introduction to Hand Building - afternoon
Introduction to Hand Building – afternoon
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Explore the art of hand building in this 3 week course perfect for any skill level. Each session will bring new techniques such as pinchpots, coil building, slab construction, and surface design. Make clay creations with guidance from a skilled instructor. All materials, tools, and firing is included. July 30 – Aug 13, 1:00 – 3:30 pm.

07/30/2025  – 08/13/2025

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Introduction to Hand Building - evening
Introduction to Hand Building – evening
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Explore the art of hand building in this 3 week course perfect for any skill level. Each session will bring new techniques such as pinchpots, coil building, slab construction, and surface design. Make clay creations with guidance from a skilled instructor. All materials, tools, and firing is included. July 30 – Aug 13, 6:00 – 8:30 pm.

08/05/2025  – 09/05/2025

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Tuesdays
Open Pottery Studio – A.M. Tuesdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

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. Tuesdays: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. March 2025 – December 2025.

08/05/2025

10:00 am – 11:30 am
Butterflies Glass Fusing Workshop: Aug. 5
Butterflies Glass Fusing Workshop: Aug. 5
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Choose your favorite pattern and colors to create a vibrant 4″ x 6″ glass artwork. Perfect for brightening up any room or window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 10:00 – 11:30 pm.

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Girls Night Out Comedy
Friday, September 18, 2015    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Robin Savage has performed in comedy clubs, casinos and seedy bars across the United States. Comedy club credits include McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre, Tampa Improv, and Side Splitters to name a few. Catherine Maloney has worked with popular Comedy Stars like Tom Cotter, Colin Quinn, Kevin Nealon, Gary Owen, and Tom Green. Trish Keating was a divisional semi-finalist for the Boston Comedy Festival, featured in the Tampa Bay Comedy Festival and in “The Teacher’s Lounge Comedy Show” series at The Tampa Improv.
Victoria Ginty & LadyHawke
Saturday, September 19, 2015    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Victoria will be joined by bassist and partner Mike Ivey, providing solid bass & acoustic guitar, Tim Costello on lead guitar and special guest Taylor John on vocals and piano. On drums will be “LadyHawke” drummer Bob Nesbitt. In addition! Wayne Cornelius on sax and Chuck Weirich on trumpet.
Ken Loomer Quartet
Friday, September 25, 2015    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Ken Loomer was the house drummer at the Jazz Cellar in Ybor City for 8 years. John Lamb, a virtuoso performer bassist; former bass player with Duke Ellington. Tony Castellano, Jr. started playing piano at age 7; his father was a pianist who had a trio in the Miami area. Franco Marino used to play tenor sax with Tony Castellano’s father!
The 8th Annual Big Draw
Saturday, October 3, 2015    
3:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Save the Date and Join us for this community celebration of drawing in an event for all ages. The Big Draw 2015 – Every Drawing Tells A Story Firehouse Cultural Center along with the SouthShore Arts Council will be hosting the 8th Annual Big Draw on October 3rd, 2015 Fun, Free, Arts for all Ages! Indoor and outdoor!
Events on Friday, September 18, 2015
Girls Night Out Comedy
18 Sep 15
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, September 19, 2015
Victoria Ginty & LadyHawke
19 Sep 15
Ruskin
Events on Friday, September 25, 2015
Ken Loomer Quartet
25 Sep 15
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, October 3, 2015
The 8th Annual Big Draw
3 Oct 15
Ruskin