The Cambodian community in Portland makes up a very small percentage of population, and as Frank G. Miller and Carole Hoffman discover, struggle to find jobs, learn English, and preserve their own culture.

As Portland becomes more suburban, Peaks Island has experienced waves of change. Dave Read and others document how the community of people have little in common except the ferry commute they make and their liking for Peaks Island.

Krista Mahr documents the growth of the Cambodian community in Portland, speaking with several individuals regarding their culture and religion.

Marcy Angelo, a young Sudanese woman in Portland, has a vision to hold a benefit concert for Sudan, but must first gain sponsorship and approval. Kari Wehrs captures the planning that Angelo does before speaking to the Sudanese Community Association about her idea.

The image that most Americans think of when they hear the term trailer park is not a very appealing one. Susan Skodon captures images at Friendly Village in Gorham, revealing a small home community.

In Penobscot County in Maine, the county tries to help the endless cycle of convicted criminals who cannot make payments. Megan Shank highlights the program that the county created to help low-income criminals to pay their fines through community service.

Kennedy Park‘s street soccer courts are at the heart of Maine’s most diverse neighborhood. “Courts of Belonging” explores how the rising popularity in soccer together with grassroots initiatives like Kennedy Park Football Club have created diverse communities and a sense of belonging for new immigrants in Portland, Maine.

Karen Callahan speaks to Kathy Hasen, the only taxi driver on Peaks Island. Hasen discusses how she likes the small community and environment where she works. Callahan also speaks to Lloyd Hamilton, a former taxi driver from Peaks Island.

Donna M. Galluzzo captures the lives of Terry, Lib, and Nick who are redefining the meaning of the traditional family unit. As a lesbian family living in suburban Portland, they build their own unique structure to define what a family is for them and the traditions they hold.

Originally from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Benuel Esch began to question the Amish lifestyle when he was around 20 years old. Maggie Melvin captures the life that Esch has lived trying to lead a biblical lifestyle, and has his connections to the Amish community in Unity.

Producer Sierra Fitch traces her thrifting obsession from Seattle, Washington to Portland, Maine. Along the way, she investigates the surprising origins of thrifting in America, and how several thrift stores in Portland are creating unique spaces for underserved communities.

Carolyn Mix documents the lives of Terry, Lib, and Nick who are redefining the meaning of the traditional family unit. As a lesbian family living in suburban Portland, they build their own unique structure to define what a family is for them and the traditions they hold.