A former teacher, Sarah Richards is now the founder and owner of the Homegrown Herb and Tea in Portland. Aida Curtis highlights Richards' work as a modern-day apothecary and her use of herbs for community healing.

Leah Chernikoff highlights the work of Dahlov Ipcar, an artist who paints creatures of all kinds. Chernikoff speaks to Ipcar about painting and how she learned to draw.

Whitney Eulich highlights the art of contra dancing, speaking to various dancers about their experiences. The dancers, who represent different ages and genders, discuss how contra dancing breaks away from other types of dance and how it plays a role in their lives.

Ruth Pinkham recounts her experiences going to and teaching in a one room schoolhouse.

Inside front cover for the September 1992 Salt Magazine, with advertisement for Admiral Farragut Academy.

Inside front cover for the August 1993 Salt Magazine, with advertisement for Admiral Farragut Academy.

For generations, Bessie Swain has taught individuals in New England how to weave. Heather Walker speaks to Swain about her craft.

Within the blueberry barrens, many different types of individuals help to complete the blueberry harvest. Pamela Wood speaks to these individuals to see what the harvest means to them and what they see for the future.

Jessica Lee learns about the Boys and Girls Club from facilitators and participants, and discusses the experiences of the youth at the organization.

Out at Wood Island at four in the morning, Lester Orcutt is ready to start his daily routine of dragging. Herbert Baum III joins Orcutt has he drags to learn about this fishing method and the work draggers perform.

As the binding spirit that brings her family together, Antoinette Bernier sees the importance of having patience with her large family. Pamela Wood visits Bernier to speak about her family history and making bread.

M.K. Lewis recounts an experience eating dinner with neighbors across the hall.