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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WPHX-101.9FM: Turnstiles - Tribute to the Music of Billy Joel
Friday, September 9, 2016    
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
WPHX-101.9FM Community Radio presents TURNSTILES – the Ultimate Tribute to the Music of Billy Joel in concert!
Cuban Art Show & Sale
Saturday, September 10, 2016    
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Firehouse Cultural Center presents a Cuban Art Show & Sale to benefit Arts, Educational Program Scholarships with a gallery talk with gallery curator, Israel Diaz. Artworks all originating from artists of Cuba.l Gallery Talk 3pm with Israel Diaz , Gallery Curator
The Rumba Brothers
Saturday, September 10, 2016    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Jose Velez and Luis Alfredo ( The Rumba brothers) have been playing together for nearly 20 years. They play a mixture of Italian, Mariachi, Caribbean Latin and Flamenco music.
17 Sep
Saturday, September 17, 2016    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Singer, guitarist, song writer, story teller, troubadour and a modern day bard. With his acoustic guitar and voice he tells the stories of oddball and underdog characters; his songs celebrate the goodness in people.
Clean Comedy Night
Friday, September 23, 2016    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Very funny, without cursing or overly-suggestive material. It’s not Disney material, but for those who don’t like the “dirty” jokes found at most comedy clubs, this is a show to go to and enjoy.
Victoria Ginty and Ladyhawke
Saturday, September 24, 2016    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Victoria is a former BMG Critique Records recording artist whose accolades include a #1 record for 13 weeks on world-wide charts, multiple nominations as a singer-songwriter, song of the year, and music video of the year.
Comedy Night @ The Firehouse
Friday, September 30, 2016    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
A top rated club comedian, Rene Bray specializes in clean comedy. Don’t miss her headlining Comedy night at The Firehouse Pub!
Big Draw 2016
Saturday, October 1, 2016    
2:00 pm – 5:30 pm
This is a chance for artist’s around the Tampa Bay area to come out and express themselves through their beautiful works of art! The 2016 Big Draw will run from across the UK and in twenty other countries, with 400,000 people expected to join in over 1800+ events.
Events on Friday, September 9, 2016
Events on Saturday, September 10, 2016
Cuban Art Show & Sale
10 Sep 16
Ruskin
The Rumba Brothers
10 Sep 16
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, September 17, 2016
17 Sep
17 Sep 16
Ruskin
Events on Friday, September 23, 2016
Clean Comedy Night
23 Sep 16
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, September 24, 2016
Victoria Ginty and Ladyhawke
24 Sep 16
Ruskin
Events on Friday, September 30, 2016
Comedy Night @ The Firehouse
30 Sep 16
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, October 1, 2016
Big Draw 2016
1 Oct 16
Ruskin