Grand Avenue

With the stepfather's death, the family is kicked out of the tribal reservation in California. They relocate to Grand Avenue in Santa Rosa, where relatives live. This upheaval sets up ongoing struggles with housing, work, and keeping the family together.

Mollie struggles to find and keep a job after the move, and she battles alcoholism. Her instability strains the family's finances and stability. The pressures force Justine and Alice to step up to hold the family together.

Justine takes steps to keep her siblings safe, while Alice emerges as the dependable anchor of the household. She leans on elder relatives for guidance and support. The sisters' efforts become the family's main bulwark against chaos.

Justine begins to seek company with local gang members, hoping for protection or belonging. Some members turn on her because of her relationships with their friends, leading to conflict and risk. The episode exposes the dangers behind street alliances and the vulnerability of Justine.

Alice remains the family's anchor, turning to elder relatives for advice and support. Her steady presence helps the family navigate escalating turmoil. She embodies a quiet resilience that keeps hope alive.

Nellie shows Alice traditional basket weaving and healing arts, boosting her confidence and connection to heritage. She also becomes an advocate for the tribe's cemetery, rallying tribal members to prevent its development. The cemetery stands as a symbol of land and memory for the community.

Steven slowly realizes Mollie may have kept a secret from their teenage years together, adding tension to their relationship. Raymond, Steven's son, begins to bring Justine around, complicating family dynamics. The new information and proximity test loyalties within the family.

Justine becomes close to her cousin Jeanne, who is struggling with cancer and cared for by her mother Anna. Their growing bond provides a counterpoint to the turmoil at home. The relationship underscores the theme of family support and resilience.

After confronting her children's concerns, Mollie begins sobriety and meets Sherman, a recovering alcoholic who supports her journey. The relationship offers a positive path forward for Mollie and hints at future stability. This marks a turning point in the mother's arc.

Nellie and Steven rally tribal members and allies to secure support for protecting the cemetery, the tribe's land holding. The community's effort demonstrates collective memory, culture, and determination to safeguard sacred space. Their work helps to stabilize the broader family situation.

Jeanne warns Justine about her reckless lifestyle and the danger it brings. Justine's path continues to collide with trouble, and the story shifts toward a tragic event that tests the family's resilience. The family comes together to grieve and support one another in the wake of loss.

Despite grief, the family and broader community work to rebuild and find meaning in life on Grand Avenue. The neighborhood solidarity and cultural ties help them accept the beauty of living together. The ending emphasizes continuity, healing, and belonging.