In towns of any size it is valuable to have a working fire department in case of emergencies. Amanda Cross discusses the daily lives of firefighters who work for the Acton Volunteer Fire Department and their experiences being firemen.

Josh Gallant documents the crowd within a Legion Hall in Maine.

James Hixon discusses the life of Antoinette Pezet, a minister for Circle of Hope Church, and transsexual woman. Pezet speaks about her experiences as a transsexual, entering into the ministry, and her family.

Christine Kulcheski speaks to residents on Islesboro and learns about their island community and women's group.

On the mud flats of the Kennebunk River lies a building that has come to represent the tides and fortunes of Salt. Pamela Wood documents the active learning that Salt students do and the energy of the craftsmen who train the students.

Spencer Worthley captures the lives of those left behind after suicide, following the lose of his close friend.

Following the terrorist attacks of 9/11, new inspection stations were built along the Maine border, including at the Jackman Port of Entry. Bill Lascher explores how the influx of federal agents and tourists into the town changed a community deep in the wilderness.

Laura Neale investigates the activities and programs for students at School Around Us. Neale speaks with teachers, students, and parents to understand how this form of alternative schooling works.

Mercedes Grandin speaks to Mark Usinger about his buisness, A.L. Griffin ship's chandlery. Usinger discusses how the business has changed over the years, making it difficult to compete.

Kelsey Ditts explores how the Deck House School in Edgecomb aims to rehabilitate young men who have had rough pasts with substance abuse.

Cullen Schneider documents the work done by lobstermen in Stonington.

In Oxford County, the mineral-rich veins keep gem and rock collectors returning for more. Jeffrey Schlegel documents how the lure of digging for treasure is seen in Oxford County.