Pamela Wood speaks about tourism as a double edged sword in Maine, and how it is impacting the state in the 1980s.

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The WINGS (Women in Nurturing Group Support) support group aimed to help single mothers and women who were living in poverty by providing advice and assistance. Gerrie Brown, who ran this support group, is the focus of James Sylvan's research, which highlights Brown's work and her personal life.

Kristin Atwell documents the lives of migrant workers from Mexico to the Philippines who come to Maine to harvest acres of broccoli. She explores how these newcomers to the Aroostook community brought forth interest, as well as some difficulties.

An ardent support of the feminist, anti-Putin, performance art group know as Pussy Riot, Rob Lieber joined their movement after hearing about them on the radio. Margaret Rawsom discusses Lieber's entrance into activism and his support for the group.

The public housing community of Riverton Park serves residents that are mostly refugees from Somalia and Sudan. Ted Hornick explores how the Portland Public Housing Authority and local police are working together to address concerns regarding gang violence within the community, and what they are doing to help the youth in the area.

When artists enter towns, they usually herald incoming change. Jennifer Ouellette documents how this is taking place in Belfast, and how some people in the community do not want the change.

Kristin Atwell documents the lives of migrant workers from Mexico to the Philippines who come to Maine to harvest acres of broccoli. She explores how these newcomers to the Aroostook community brought forth interest, as well as some difficulties.

Abigail Friel highlights the history of the milling industry in Biddeford, discussing how the old mill buildings are being used by hobbyists and artists.

Charlies McCormick covers the personal histories of people who live and work in the small community of Ocean Park.

As a resident of Swan's Island, Ruth Moulden shares her thoughts and life with Anne Pierter. Moulden discusses life on the island and working there.

Employed in the the Old Port area of Portland are a group of waiters, waitresses, bartenders, brewers, dishwasers, janitors, managers and cooks who all share a common story. Lisa Phillips and Kate D. Philbrick capture how these individuals live on their own without the support of their families, and how they spend their time in the Old Port area.