Toy Len Goon received global attention after winning the award for American Mother of the Year in 1952. She was the first Chinese immigrant to be recognized by the organization, which celebrates mothers who quote "provide an inspiration to the nation." Toy dined with First Lady Bess Truman and was honored by a parade through the New York Chinatown. But now, she can't be found in a standard American history textbook.

Introduction to three articles on how young Mainers feel about working in the tourist trade.

Growing up with a passion for restoration, Scott Hatch makes a living on restoring old barns. Douglas Milliken discusses Hatch's work on barns and how he is restoring history through barns.

Growing up with a passion for restoration, Scott Hatch makes a living on restoring old barns. Douglas Milliken discusses Hatch's work on barns and how he is restoring history through barns.

Along the beach, Arden Davis collects Irish sea moss, something he claims most people do not know about. Kim Lovejoy and Mary White speak to Davis about the process of sea moss harvesting.

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.

Tommy Galloway documents the life of former Women's Welterweight World Champion boxer Margie Dunson as she recovers from alcoholism.

Andrew Propp documents the life of Mark Parrish, a professional hockey player who has to balance his dedication to hockey, and his devotion to his family.

Louise Suta documents the life of Valerie Lincoln of Washington County through photographs.

The R&R Spinning Group meets once a week in West Cumberland to relax and share stories. Hannah Morris speaks with the spinners to learn about their personal histories and hobby.

Kezia Parsons explores how Tim Ochtera, a prison inmate, is learning about parenting while in prison, in order for him to be a good father to his children.

With materials from the thrift store, Bob Giordano rebinds books on his shelves. Erika Lantz profiles how reading and literature are key to Giordano's life.