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Title
South Berwick Women Activists
Year
1992
A different side of the history of South Berwick is explored through the experiences of women activists in the town. Jenny Meagher speaks with serveral women to share their stories about South Berwick and activism.
Type
published content
Title
Willie and Elizabeth Ames
Year
1977
Willie and Elizabeth Ames both come from lobstering families, growing up as island people. Anne Pierter documents the lives of the Ames' with regard to lobstering and island life.
Type
Writing
Title
Sisters of Mercy
Year
1993
As more opportunities grew for women in the workplace, and religious activity became accessible to the lay person, many religious communities saw a drop in numbers. Leith Warlick explores the Sisters of Mercy community and discusses the traditions that they continue to practice at St. Joseph's Convent in Portland.
Type
Writing
Title
A Life in Motion
Year
1999
Even at old age, Elizabeth Shames continues to dance with the Perennial Effects dance group. Sarah Merrill highlights the life of Shames, discussing her history with dancing and her personal life.
Type
Writing
Title
Good Neighbors: Bayside Transforms
Year
2002
Wynne Parry discusses how the Bayside neighborhood of Portland has begun to revitalize their community after dealing with years of arson and vandalism. Parry speaks to residents of the neighborhood to learn about their experiences in the area.
Type
published content
Title
Rum Running
Year
1976
As the chief agent for alcohol control in charge of the state of Maine, Henry Weaver experienced different situations with rum running. Keith Euler and others from Salt speak to Weaver about his experiences and stories as a federal officer during the prohibition era.
Type
published content
Title
Will the Real Statue Please Stand Up
Year
1989
There are two monuments in Maine that celebrate the feats of Maine woodsmen. Bretty Jenks explores how these two statues represent two different cultures.
Type
Writing
Title
The Culture of Things: An Iranian Family in Maine
Year
2002
Jones Franzel highlights the lives of Iranians who escaped Iran because they practice Baha'ism. Franzel discusses how Iranians who practiced Baha'ism lived as a persecuted minority in Iran and how coming to the United States offered them opportunities to live their lives.
Type
Writing
Title
Dogs Don't Hug/Good Thing I Love You
Year
2003
Amanda Goldblatt speaks to individuals regarding service animals and animal training, highlighting how important these animals are some people to function on a daily basis.
Type
Writing
Title
Breaking Trail: A Musher Comes Home
Year
2005
Lila Dobbs highlights the life of Polly Mahoney, owner of Mahoosuc Guide Service in Newry. Dobbs covers Mahoney's early life, the start of her business, and dogs sledding.
Type
published content
Title
I Don't Feel Color
Year
1982
As one of the best known men in Old Orchard Beach, Clarence Roberts is a city council member who represents a white constituency as a black man. Roger Champagne documents how Roberts does not let the color of his skin hold him back from being involved in the community.
Type
Writing
Title
The Search for Life's Elements on Outward Bound
Year
1995
Abby Goldenfarb captures the experiences of students and facilitators of the Outward Bound program on Hurricane Island.
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