The Muskegon Area Intermediate School District (MAISD) has accepted the transfer of responsibility for the West Michigan Student Showcase from The Muskegon Chronicle effective with the 2012 Program.

Showcase is the annual celebration of excellence for high school youth in West Michigan.  Students are selected by their respective schools in the competitive areas of Literary Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and the non-competitive areas of Academics and Athletics.  Monetary awards are given in the competitive categories for first, second, and third place, including a Showstopper award in the Performing Arts category.

February 16 through May 6, 2012

This nationally touring exhibition celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Public Works of Art Project by drawing on the Smithsonian American Art Museum's unparalleled collection of vibrant artworks created for the program.

In 1934, Americans grappled with an economic crisis that feels all too familiar today. Against the backdrop of the Great Depression, President Franklin Roosevelt’s administration created the Public Works of Art Project—the first federal government program to support the arts nationally. The program enlisted artists all across America to paint murals and canvases depicting “the American Scene” for display in public buildings. Regional subjects, including labor and leisure, city and rural life, nature and people, reminded the public of quintessential American values of hard work, community, and optimism.

February is Black History Month and the USS Silversides Submarine Museum will host their fourth annual Veterans Recognition Night, in honor of Black American Veterans who have given service to their country and community. Friday, February 24th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. explore special exhibits tracing the involvement of African Americans from the Revolutionary War through current times and a specially prepared dinner by Executive Chef Catering.

During Black History Month the USS Silversides Submarine Museum will feature a special exhibit tracing the history of the involvement of Black Americans in the military. Add to the Wall of Honor by bringing a photo to post or writing a loved one's name under their branch of service along with a Presentation of the Dr. Robert E. Garrison Award.