The United States provides refugee for many different cultures and peoples who are escaping war around the world. Lacey Andrews speaks to refugees from Somali to learn about their community in Portland as they seek stability in the United States.

While growth or decline may affect a community, the local residents remember the history of a community. Lindsay Larson interviews individuals in the town of Belfast to gather their opinions about the town, and discusses it's history and the MBNA.

A certified Master Composter and soil science professor, Dan Franek uses his own urine to fertilize compost. Pamela Cragin discusses compost with Franek and it helps the community save money at the dump and wastewater treatment plant.

Jacqueline Shine discusses the work of Portland West, a non-profit that offers community outreach to assist individuals with affordable housing. Shine speaks to Liza Richardson about her experiences placing tenants, affordable housing, and Portland West.

Shortly after moving to Portland, Lucas Willard began to hear about bed bugs frequently, and decided to investigate the epidemic striking Portland. Erika Gatz and Willard speak to experts regarding insects and how pest control tries to solve the infestation in the area.

At the center of the city of Portland, Monument Square serves as the main location for Portland's political and economic activity. Cynthia Lee observes the activity around Monument Square to capture the essense of the downtown area.

Drawing from personal experiences, Janine Clarke discusses what the camps of Cold Stream Pond mean to her. She looks at the lives and histories of the people who own these camps, and how their family histories are shaped by them.

Spanning the waterway of the Townsend Gut, the Southport Bridge is one of the only remaining swing bridges in Maine. Bonnie Rosenbaum discusses the history of the bridge and how the Lewis family now run the bridge.

From all over the world, Joanne Millay has nine internationally adopted children, and raises them as a single mother. Dana Carmody-Burns speaks to Millay about her experiences adopting children and how the family functions as a community.

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

A practitioner of yoga and dance, Elaine McGillicuddy expresses her spirituality through different forms. Renee LaLone highlights the life of McGillicuddy by learning about her lifestyle and practices.

Lydia Peelle highlights the lives and work of Diane and Vance Child, two taxidermists have dedicated the last decade to the craft. Peel speaks to Diane and Vance about their business and their spirituality.