Events – 15 Aug 25

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).

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.

08/07/2025  – 09/07/2025

9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Open Pottery Studio - A.M. Thursdays
Open Pottery Studio – A.M. Thursdays
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. Thursdays: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. Book March 2025 – December 2025.

08/07/2025  – 09/07/2025

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Open Pottery Studio - Thursday Evening
Open Pottery Studio – Thursday Evening
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. Thursdays: 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Adults. Book from April 2025 – Dec 2025.

08/15/2025

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Try Your Hand, at Pottery, a One-Time Art Experience - Aug 15 (am)
Try Your Hand, at Pottery, a One-Time Art Experience – Aug 15 (am)
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Pottery Workshop: Learn about basic clay types, tools, and techniques. Hand-build a piece using techniques like pinching or slab work.
You create one-of-a-kind Art, with surface decoration techniques like textures or carving & glazing. You’ll leave your piece behind for firing FCC will contact you when they’re ready for pickup. All materials supplied.
Sat, Aug. 15 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm (am)

08/15/2025

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Try Your Hand, at Pottery, a One-Time Art Experience - Aug 15 (pm)
Try Your Hand, at Pottery, a One-Time Art Experience – Aug 15 (pm)
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Pottery Workshop: Learn about basic clay types, tools, and techniques. Hand-build a piece using techniques like pinching or slab work.
You create one-of-a-kind Art, with surface decoration techniques like textures or carving & glazing. You’ll leave your piece behind for firing FCC will contact you when they’re ready for pickup. All materials supplied.
Fri, Aug. 15 from 6:00 – 8:30 pm

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Firehouse Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, September 25, 2013    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
County Commissioner Sandra Murman will join FCC Board Members and other elected officials to officially open the Firehouse Cultural Center. A public reception will follow in the FCC theater.
Family Artists Big Draw Kick Off
Saturday, September 28, 2013    
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Celebrate illustrations! Participate in a drawing lesson! Join us for this special program featuring stories and a fun family art project. For ages 5 – 12. Registration is required. Call 273-3652.
Mini-Maestro Family Concert: Woodwinds
Saturday, September 28, 2013    
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Featuring the woodwind instruments of the Southshore Symphony Orchestra, a fun experience of music for all ages.
Japanese Storytelling with Mask, Mime, Music & Origami
Wednesday, October 2, 2013    
12:00 am
Kuniko Yamamoto performs Japanese storytelling with music, mime & origami demonstration.
Japanese Storytelling with Mask, Mime, Music & Origami — Family Theater
Wednesday, October 2, 2013    
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Kuniko Yamamoto performs Japanese storytelling with music, mime & origami demonstration.
04 Oct
Friday, October 4, 2013    
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Gary is a jazz virtuoso, teacher, composer and sound engineer who has performed in LA, Japan, Hawaii, Indiana and Florida. Rich played with N.J. Blues band Gutbucket before returning to his rock & roll roots. He has played with the legendary southern rock band Foolstar for 20 years.
The Big Draw Extravaganza Event
Saturday, October 5, 2013    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Blaze new frontiers in Drawing! Come join in a day of fun new arts experiences for all ages, with a variety of drawing activities. Food & beverage vendors on site. Music by DJ Seth Dugan. Bring the whole family!
Events on Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Firehouse Ribbon Cutting
25 Sep 13
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, September 28, 2013
Events on Friday, October 4, 2013
Events on Saturday, October 5, 2013