Pamela Wood offers an introduction to readers for this double issue, that touches on the continuity of work, continuing harvest of land, and making of things.

Rebecca McDonald discusses the services and programs offered at the Maine Children's Home, and how these programs give teenage mothers an opportunity to get an education.

Lynn Volbrecht highlights the band Kino Proby, a tribute band for the Russian rock star Viktor Tsoy and his band Kino. Volbrecht speaks to the band to learn about their experiences playing music and Russian culture.

Ryan O'Connell speaks to residents of Cliff Island to discuss a controversy regarding the deer population on the island.

Readers write in response to the work Salt has done.

Short write ups on the passing of Harvey Bixby, Ronald Blythe's work on people, and about Stacy Wentworth.

Heading down to the wharf at three o'clock in the morning, Herbert Baum is ready to learn about lobstering from his father and Dave Burnham. Baum documents the work that lobsterman do on their boats and how they got into the business.

Readers write in response to the work Salt has done, and Salt previews future stories.

Matthew Bibeau speaks to three members of the Wells Conservation Commission regarding the use of land in Wells, and efforts they are making to protect the land, along with memories and traditions.

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.

Chris City spotlights the lobster industry, speaking to lobstermen and learning about industry regulations, Seal Cove, and lobsters.

Salt offers a guide on Maine's historic inns.