A woman unexpectedly falls for a widowed father while evaluating if his 11-year-old daughter should be on Santa's naughty or nice list.

A couple decide they need a break from each other as stress and unspoken irritations reach a boiling point. However, as they work together to create a memorable Christmas for their families, they soon rediscover what they love about each other.

A workaholic lawyer destined to spend Christmas alone is transported back to 1999 after an unexpected run in with a particularly wise ride-share driver.

To save her family's hotel Christmas show, a talent booker must ask for help from her ex-boyfriend -- the lead guitarist of a now-famous band that fired her as its manager years ago.

A tabloid reporter races to find juicy gossip on a prominent political family. She ends up spending the week before Christmas with the family and falls for one of their sons.

An arborist falls in love with a farmer as she tries to save his trees before the town tree lighting.

A magical hourglass sends modern-day screenwriter Lucy Hardgrove to the set of the 1947 holiday movie classic "His Merry Wife!" However, before she can return to the present, Lucy must make things right or threaten to alter the future forever.

Katherine returns home after her husband passes and meets a veteran who is on his holiday journey. As Christmas nears, they learn of a bond that may be the miracle they need.

Weeks before Christmas, an interior designer is hired to decorate the estate of a wealthy businessman.

When an overworked architect takes an unexpected summer trip, a sandcastle contest and a contractor help her reconnect with her daughter, rediscover joy, and find love she never saw coming.

When a snowstorm diverts Kate's first private flight to Christmas Island, she must team up with an air traffic controller to secure her dream job as the family's pilot.

Self-described bookworm Avery is paired with retired hockey star Wes to compete in a holiday race across America. The team struggles through themed challenges until romance runs its course.

While Dorothy is laid off from teaching, she finds work at the same museum where Blanche goes to work.

Dorothy and Blanche contrive an answer to Rose's personal ad.

Sophia takes action when a depressed, gun-toting Santa Claus threatens to ruin Christmas for her and her housemates.

For Sophia's birthday, Dorothy flies her sister Angela in from Sicily, Italy, as a surprise; Dorothy's the one who's surprised when Sophia's reaction is that of disgust.

Dorothy feels sympathy for Stan when he tells her he's going to have open-heart surgery; however, that sympathy fades when she learns of his many infidelities while they were married.

While Dorothy is laid off from teaching, she finds work at the same museum where Blanche goes to work.

Dorothy and Blanche contrive an answer to Rose's personal ad.

Sophia takes action when a depressed, gun-toting Santa Claus threatens to ruin Christmas for her and her housemates.

For Sophia's birthday, Dorothy flies her sister Angela in from Sicily, Italy, as a surprise; Dorothy's the one who's surprised when Sophia's reaction is that of disgust.

Dorothy feels sympathy for Stan when he tells her he's going to have open-heart surgery; however, that sympathy fades when she learns of his many infidelities while they were married.

Kyra punches a classmate who attacked her sister's reputation; Van helps Jake build a volcano for the science fair.

Everyone panics when Kyra disappears in the middle of the night; Van and Cheyenne appear on a cable sports show.

Barbara Jean arranges a blind date for reluctant Reba; Van uses his bonus to buy a new sports car without consulting Cheyenne.

Trying to be more wild, Reba takes Van's new sports car for a joyride and accidentally ends up scratching it.

Lorelai is busy rebuilding the inn when Richard surprises her; Luke confirms his fears that Jess is skipping school to work extra shifts at the store.

Lane's band makes its debut at a big bash, where Jess and Dean's long-standing animosity erupts into a brawl.

A golden opportunity arises for Lorelai and Sookie to buy another inn; Jess' long-lost father (Rob Estes) shows up in Stars Hollow and introduces himself to his son.

The CEO of a small toy company gets a once-in-a-lifetime offer to merge with a much bigger company -- but needs her estranged ex-business partner's signature to seal the deal.

Life deals Zoey Hathaway a strange blow when she inherits a reindeer farm and becomes buried in taking care of the animals and all the Christmas responsibilities.

News anchor Adam is challenged by superfan Robbie to report good news at Christmas. Adam reluctantly takes him under his wing and finds a connection with Robbie's mom.

After unexpectedly moving to Alaska, an ambitious doctor starts a new romance and learns that her small town is hiding a holiday secret.

After getting fired from her job as a maid at a ritzy New York City hotel, a woman accepts a temporary job as governess to a young girl who is part of a powerful European family.

A single mom faces Christmas alone until a stranger crashes into her life and becomes an unexpected houseguest.

The roommates swoon over a TV actor Patrick Vaughn who is appearing at their community theater.

Rose becomes convinced she is dead after suffering an esophageal spasm; after this experience she decides to live for the day.

Dorothy and Rose agree to baby-sit a group of children, but one set of parents fails to claim its child.

The roommates reminisce about the adventures they have shared.

The roommates swoon over a TV actor Patrick Vaughn who is appearing at their community theater.

Rose becomes convinced she is dead after suffering an esophageal spasm; after this experience she decides to live for the day.

Dorothy and Rose agree to baby-sit a group of children, but one set of parents fails to claim its child.

The roommates reminisce about the adventures they have shared.

Barbra Jean comes to Reba for advice when she suspects that Brock is cheating on her; Kyra's boyfriend breaks her heart.

Tensions between Reba and Barbra Jean lead to a bar brawl when they have a girls' night out to celebrate Cheyenne's birthday.

Barbra Jean enlists Reba's help to break the news to Brock that she wants another baby, but the situation backfires when Barbra Jean catches Reba and Brock in a romantic embrace.

Barbara Jean arranges a blind date for reluctant Reba; Van uses his bonus to buy a new sports car without consulting Cheyenne.

Trying to be more wild, Reba takes Van's new sports car for a joyride and accidentally ends up scratching it.

Barbra Jean comes to Reba for advice when she suspects that Brock is cheating on her; Kyra's boyfriend breaks her heart.

Tensions between Reba and Barbra Jean lead to a bar brawl when they have a girls' night out to celebrate Cheyenne's birthday.

Barbra Jean enlists Reba's help to break the news to Brock that she wants another baby, but the situation backfires when Barbra Jean catches Reba and Brock in a romantic embrace.

Reba is put in the middle of Brock and Barbara Jean's marital troubles when Barbara Jean considers a divorce and claims Reba is her inspiration.

When Kyra repeatedly cancels plans with the family, Reba finds out that Barbra Jean is monopolizing all of her time.

After a confrontation with Luke, Jess travels to California to stay with his father, Jimmy (Rob Estes); Lorelai learns the money her father gave her will make Rory ineligible for financial aid.

Rory makes a moving valedictory speech on graduation day; Rory discovers Lorelai is making a huge sacrifice to pay her tuition; Richard and Emily present their granddaughter with a lavish gift.

Lorelai and Rory return from their backpacking adventure in Europe; Sookie confides the sex of her unborn baby to Lorelai; Luke returns from his cruise with surprising news; Lorelai fails to show up at her parents' Friday-night dinner.

Before the holidays, Sara, an efficiency expert, goes to Montana and attempts to help a man save his ranch.

A hopeless romantic (Meredith Hagner) begins receiving the gifts from The 12 Days of Christmas from an anonymous suitor.

After moving back to her hometown, a woman plots with her siblings and grandparents to help her father's new bed and breakfast get a five-star review from an incognito travel critic.

New to town, Heidi Wicks and her kids discover a Christmas mystery in their historic home. Local handyman and historian David helps along the way, finding his own surprising connection.

Sparks fly between the new CEO of a small-town cookie company and the owner of a local bakery as they try to recreate a stolen secret recipe.

When an overworked architect takes an unexpected summer trip, a sandcastle contest and a contractor help her reconnect with her daughter, rediscover joy, and find love she never saw coming.

Dorothy becomes romantically interested in Frank Leahy, a fellow teacher whom she later discovers is a priest.

Angela Petrillo pays a return visit to Miami, making her sister's life miserable.

After attending a sorority reunion, Blanche considers having a face lift.

One of Dorothy's pupils may face deportation, and she feels responsible.

Dorothy becomes romantically interested in Frank Leahy, a fellow teacher whom she later discovers is a priest.

Angela Petrillo pays a return visit to Miami, making her sister's life miserable.

After attending a sorority reunion, Blanche considers having a face lift.

One of Dorothy's pupils may face deportation, and she feels responsible.

Barbra Jean convinces unenthusiastic Reba to go clubbing; Van explains the birds and the bees to Jake.

As he tries to woo a powerful sports agent who also happens to be gay, Van accidentally "outs" his mother-in-law.

Reba and Cheyenne throw a surprise party in honor of Van's new arena football contract, but the real surprise comes when Van announces he has been traded to a team in Denver.

Reba is put in the middle of Brock and Barbara Jean's marital troubles when Barbara Jean considers a divorce and claims Reba is her inspiration.

When Kyra repeatedly cancels plans with the family, Reba finds out that Barbra Jean is monopolizing all of her time.

Barbra Jean convinces unenthusiastic Reba to go clubbing; Van explains the birds and the bees to Jake.

As he tries to woo a powerful sports agent who also happens to be gay, Van accidentally "outs" his mother-in-law.

Reba and Cheyenne throw a surprise party in honor of Van's new arena football contract, but the real surprise comes when Van announces he has been traded to a team in Denver.

Reba confronts Brock and Barbra Jean's therapist when she learns he holds her responsible for most of their marital problems; Cheyenne prepares to console Van on his first visit home but is crushed to find that he loves his life in Denver.

When Reba encourages Brock to follow his dream of playing professional golf, Barbra Jean gets upset, fearing it may lead to the end of her marriage.

Lorelai helps her daughter move into the dormitory at Yale, where Rory meets a strange new roommate and encounters an old adversary.

Rory is shocked to discover that Emily has redecorated her dorm room without permission; Richard announces that he is taking on a new business partner (Chris Eigeman).

Dean awkwardly invites Rory to his wedding the next day; Dean confesses to Luke how much he misses Rory; Lorelai and Sookie have trouble obtaining a permit to begin construction on the inn.

As maid of honor for her best friend Ava, cynical interior designer Lacey is tasked with decorating a honeymoon cottage for the newlyweds. Although it's a simple enough task, she didn't plan on being snowed in with the bride-to-be's sexy brother.

While planning an annual Christmas party, Peyton is forced together with Ben to care for a friend's daughter.

Inspired by Scotty McCreery's song "Five More Minutes," a woman's Christmas wish is answered in unexpected ways when her late grandfather's journal turns up and reveals an untold romance.

A school superintendent with a knack for turning around schools meets a single father who works as the head of the school's bankrupt music department. As she rediscovers her passion for music, she works to save the dreams of the kids who love music.

A speechwriter makes a deal with his ex-girlfriend to pretend they are a couple to save his family's Christmas. It's not long before both the ruse and their feelings catch up with them.

Two seemingly incompatible game designers in Chicago team up to create a romantic city-wide scavenger hunt to promote a hotel chain.

Blanche announces that she is canceling a date with her latest boyfriend, because he does not meet her standards.

Dorothy dismays when her daughter is too forgiving of her unfaithful husband.

When two police officers set up surveillance equipment in Blanche's house, Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and Sophia are more interested in snaring the policemen.

Through a series of flashbacks, the housemates reminisce about their birthday celebrations.

Blanche announces that she is canceling a date with her latest boyfriend, because he does not meet her standards.

Dorothy dismays when her daughter is too forgiving of her unfaithful husband.

When two police officers set up surveillance equipment in Blanche's house, Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and Sophia are more interested in snaring the policemen.

Through a series of flashbacks, the housemates reminisce about their birthday celebrations.

Cheyenne's emotions about Van living part-time in Denver boil over when she learns that he lied about having to return to Denver early.

Reba and Barbra Jean battle over who should host Thanksgiving dinner and feelings get hurt; BJ cooks.

Reba allows Kyra to spend time unsupervised with her boyfriend, but she questions that decision when she learns they broke the rules.

Reba confronts Brock and Barbra Jean's therapist when she learns he holds her responsible for most of their marital problems; Cheyenne prepares to console Van on his first visit home but is crushed to find that he loves his life in Denver.

When Reba encourages Brock to follow his dream of playing professional golf, Barbra Jean gets upset, fearing it may lead to the end of her marriage.

Cheyenne's emotions about Van living part-time in Denver boil over when she learns that he lied about having to return to Denver early.

Reba and Barbra Jean battle over who should host Thanksgiving dinner and feelings get hurt; BJ cooks.

Reba allows Kyra to spend time unsupervised with her boyfriend, but she questions that decision when she learns they broke the rules.

Cheyenne and the rest of the family try to cheer Van up after a knee injury ends his arena-football career; Van receives a payout from the team but begins to blow the money on gifts for the family.

Reba learns that Van has hired a nanny so that he can spend more time goofing off and doing all the things he didn't do before.

Rory goes on her first date since breaking up with Jess; Lorelai invites Luke over to watch a movie; Lorelai is dismayed to learn that the designer she hired for the inn used to work for Emily.

Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater a business affair, then makes them jump through hoops; sparks fly between Lorelai and Richard's new partner (Chris Eigeman); Rory hunts for a suitable place to study.

When the townspeople stage famous paintings, Rory portrays a young woman in a Renaissance work, Lorelai appears as the beauty in Renoir's "Dance at Bougival," and Kirk embodies Jesus in Da Vinci's "The Last Supper."

A community works together to help a couple bring an early Christmas to their sick 8-year-old daughter (Emily Alyn Lind).

A high-powered executive reconsiders her priorities when car trouble leads her to Christmas Valley, a town in love with Christmas.

Kelly returns to Grand Valley for Christmas. When Leo, a single dad, arrives in town with his kids to review a hotel, the two cross paths. As Kelly re-experiences traditions with Leo, she begins to find her way back to her passion for art.

Overwhelmed by her royal duties, Princess Victoria visits Big Sky Country for Christmas and meets her dashing guide at the ranch. She must decide if love is worth leaving her royal life behind.

When an overworked architect takes an unexpected summer trip, a sandcastle contest and a contractor help her reconnect with her daughter, rediscover joy, and find love she never saw coming.

Sarah heads to her uncle's ranch to escape New York and the spotlight from a breakup. Returning home for the first time since her aunt passed, complications arise when Graham, a Hollywood star, arrives at the ranch to prepare for his next film.

The women try to help a neighborhood couple, George and Renee Corliss, patch up their faltering marriage.

Sophia's new friend, an elderly gentleman, has Alzheimer's disease.

The housemates recall some of their absurd moneymaking schemes.

The housemates could earn $100,000 if they adopt an elderly pig.

The women try to help a neighborhood couple, George and Renee Corliss, patch up their faltering marriage.

Sophia's new friend, an elderly gentleman, has Alzheimer's disease.

The housemates recall some of their absurd moneymaking schemes.

The housemates could earn $100,000 if they adopt an elderly pig.

Barbra Jean confesses that she has a big crush on her new marriage counselor, and she asks Reba to help her fire him.

Reba decides to pursue a career in real estate, and Brock reluctantly allows her to handle the sale of his condo.

Deprived of Van's attention, Cheyenne develops a relationship with the father of her daughter's play date.

Cheyenne and the rest of the family try to cheer Van up after a knee injury ends his arena-football career; Van receives a payout from the team but begins to blow the money on gifts for the family.

Reba learns that Van has hired a nanny so that he can spend more time goofing off and doing all the things he didn't do before.

Barbra Jean confesses that she has a big crush on her new marriage counselor, and she asks Reba to help her fire him.

Reba decides to pursue a career in real estate, and Brock reluctantly allows her to handle the sale of his condo.

Deprived of Van's attention, Cheyenne develops a relationship with the father of her daughter's play date.

Finger-pointing begins when Barbra Jean's new dog goes missing and a psychic tells her someone in the family is to blame.

When Reba enters a beauty pageant for grandmothers, Barbra Jean becomes jealous and sets out to prove she is the true Grandma Hart.

After Rory writes a scathing review of the Yale ballet, she becomes the target of the vindictive lead ballerina (Katherine Brunk).

Richard and Emily invite Lorelai and Rory to their fancy tailgate party at the Harvard-Yale game; Rory is shocked to see Paris and a distinguished professor (Michael York) kissing.

Shocked Lorelai learns Jason (Chris Eigeman) attended a charity event with someone else; Paris sneaks out to meet professor Flemming (Michael York), forcing Rory to make excuses for her to the paper's editor (Danny Strong).

With no other plans for Christmas, best friends Bea and Emilia travel to Christmasland, a magical place filled with hope, holiday miracles and romance.

A colorblind elementary school teacher meets an optometrist who helps bring color into his life in time for the holidays.

As Christmas nears, heiress Jessica Morgan seizes what seems like her last chance to experience a relaxed Christmas and heads off to the small town of Glenbrooke, where she meets a handsome fireman.

When music store owner Meg spearheads community efforts to save her street from demolition, she is shocked to find out that the man she's falling for is working for the company that she is fighting.

Layla accompanies Seth to her cousin's wedding, and everyone is surprised when she announces they're engaged. They are forced to keep up the pretense, and as they spend more time together, they find themselves feeling something very real.

A design show host finds a letter from Santa promising to meet her true love, a man named Nick, by Christmas Eve. Meeting three Nicks complicates her search.

For Nell Duke, nothing is worse than being single during Christmastime as everywhere she looks, couples are kissing under the mistletoe. However, she soon makes a special connection with a neighbor who shows her how to keep the holidays festive.

Courtesy of their new housekeeper's magic potions, Blanche's social life perks up and Dorothy wins the battle against insomnia.

The women confront their phobias on a flight to the Bahamas to attend a funeral.

Rose, concerned about the nuclear arms race, mails letters to President Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev.

A political candidate announces that he had an affair with Blanche, a contention that she denies.

Courtesy of their new housekeeper's magic potions, Blanche's social life perks up and Dorothy wins the battle against insomnia.

The women confront their phobias on a flight to the Bahamas to attend a funeral.

Rose, concerned about the nuclear arms race, mails letters to President Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev.

A political candidate announces that he had an affair with Blanche, a contention that she denies.

Finger-pointing begins when Barbra Jean's new dog goes missing and a psychic tells her someone in the family is to blame.

When Reba enters a beauty pageant for grandmothers, Barbra Jean becomes jealous and sets out to prove she is the true Grandma Hart.

Reba is thrilled when the city's hottest real estate agent wants to interview her for a job, until the woman shows up unannounced for a surprise meeting.

When Kyra passes her driving test, Barbra Jean makes her sign a safety contract and provides her with a cell phone that contains a hidden GPS chip.

A small-town photographer saves the life of a mysterious man who may just be here to buy her family's parkland.

Ellie must decide if she should trust the big city CEO she is falling for, but more importantly, whether to take a leap of faith in making her own dreams come true.

An unlucky weatherman hopes to share his Christmastime cheer with his high school crush.

Three brothers get the surprise of their lives when they are forced to work together and care for a baby over the holidays.

After a snowstorm prevents all the presents from being delivered to base, two rival marines must team up for a special mission to save Christmas.

The lives of First Responders in Philadelphia intersect over the holiday season while juggling work, personal lives and their dedication to protect and serve their city.

Capt. Grace Garland, a decorated U.S. veteran, returns home after two tours of search and rescue in Afghanistan. After being separated from her beloved K9 partner, Grace must rediscover the magic of Christmas.

Chelsea is forced to go to New Hampshire during Christmas to film her and her boyfriend's television show "Renovation Romance." She finds herself in a precarious situation with her career and relationship.

Interior designer, Rose DeMonte, uses her skills back in her hometown to renovate a Christmas Charity Home for her brother Sal and his contractor Brysen's home flipping company.

Sparks fly between a hockey player and a real estate agent after he moves into a cottage in her family's backyard.

After a surprising breakup with her boyfriend, a travel writer decides to go on the picturesque Christmas vacation planned for the two of them, alone.

Reba is thrilled when the city's hottest real estate agent wants to interview her for a job, until the woman shows up unannounced for a surprise meeting.

When Kyra passes her driving test, Barbra Jean makes her sign a safety contract and provides her with a cell phone that contains a hidden GPS chip.

Brock volunteers to be a football coach and encourages Jake to try out for the team, so Reba persuades Van to train him for the tryouts.

Against her better judgment, Reba gives in to Cheyenne's pleas and hires the unemployed Van as her assistant, only to be surprised when he sells the house she has been trying to unload for weeks.

The charitable Ella heads out on a boat in 1905 and ends up in 2025. Nick has to figure out how to get her back in time and decide if their newfound love can stand the test of it.

Nick loses his high finance job right before Christmas. Lost, he takes a gig at a tree lot, where he meets Julie and her son, Matt.

Christmas party planners Ella and her sister Marianne clash with client Edward, a not-so-jolly toy company CEO.

Sparks fly between two lifelong Buffalo Bills fans as they try to discover the identity of a mysterious Christmastime gift giver.

Planning on spending the holidays alone, Megan and her father figure, Frank, go on a road trip to find his first true love.

When estranged siblings Lindsay and Brad Morgan travel to Scotland at Christmas to reunite with their mother Jo, a big family secret is revealed.

Chelsea is forced to go to New Hampshire during Christmas to film her and her boyfriend's television show "Renovation Romance." She finds herself in a precarious situation with her career and relationship.

Sparks fly between an emergency room doctor and a cardiologist as they work together to deliver three babies just in time for Christmas.

An event planner discovers Christmas magic with a charming father-son duo while throwing a themed Christmas party at her family's inn.

Dorothy makes her ex-husband, Stanley Zbornak, jealous when she has an affair with his brother Theodore.

Rose's cousin, Sven Lindstrom, arrives from Sweden and falls in love with Blanche.

Dorothy hocks an expensive ring to pay off the debt she and her ex-husband owe to the Internal Revenue Service.

Dorothy, Rose and Blanche seek professional help when living with one another becomes unbearable.

Dorothy makes her ex-husband, Stanley Zbornak, jealous when she has an affair with his brother Theodore.

Rose's cousin, Sven Lindstrom, arrives from Sweden and falls in love with Blanche.

Dorothy hocks an expensive ring to pay off the debt she and her ex-husband owe to the Internal Revenue Service.

Dorothy, Rose and Blanche seek professional help when living with one another becomes unbearable.

Brock volunteers to be a football coach and encourages Jake to try out for the team, so Reba persuades Van to train him for the tryouts.

Against her better judgment, Reba gives in to Cheyenne's pleas and hires the unemployed Van as her assistant, only to be surprised when he sells the house she has been trying to unload for weeks.

Reba takes it upon herself to keep Van sober when she suspects he has a drinking problem; Kyra and her band are invited to perform at a USO event for soldiers leaving for Iraq.

Cheyenne and Van must run interference at a client party after Reba takes a pill, by mistake, that will make her violently ill if she drinks alcohol.

When Barbra Jean signs Reba up for an online dating service, Reba winds up dating a mystery man and spending less time with the family.

When Reba teams up with Van to invest in real estate, he buys an uninspected house, which prompts her to want out of their partnership.

Lorelai admits that she does not want Luke to leave Stars Hollow to move in with Nicole; Rory finds rumors of her obsession with William humiliating; Lane's double life is discovered.

Luke's ditzy sister surprises him with a visit; Lorelai is torn about telling her parents about her relationship with Jason; Paris talks to Rory about her affair.

Car trouble strands Jess in Stars Hollow; Jess walks away from Rory over and over again, then makes a startling confession; at a charity dinner, Emily asks Lorelai and Jason to pretend to be lovey-dovey.

After 15 years, a single father moves home from Hawaii with his two sons and, through a series of coincidences -- or Godwinks, ends up stuck in traffic next to his high school sweetheart.

A man and an old high school friend try to sell his uncle's business -- a Mexican bakery that's famous for magical gingerbread cookies that grant wishes.

When pop star Darcy returns home to spend Christmas with her sister and niece, she unexpectedly finds herself coaching the high school choir with her onetime rival, Adam.

When Anna offers a stranded mother and son shelter from a blizzard, she learns that they are the royal family of Galwick and that they are both in need of a little Christmas magic.

A tabloid reporter races to find juicy gossip on a prominent political family. She ends up spending the week before Christmas with the family and falls for one of their sons.

As the Christmas holiday draws near, a veterinary student (Kimberly Sustad) and a stray cat challenge a fireman's (Brandon Routh) commitment to life as a bachelor.

Rose decides to move in with Buddy Rourke, one of her deceased husband's former buddies.

Blanche agrees to pose in the nude for a suave European sculptor.

Blanche reunites with her daughter Rebecca after a four-year estrangement; Blanche wants to defend her from an abusive boyfriend.

Blanche and Rose despise one of Dorothy's friends, the novelist Barbara Thorndyke.

Rose decides to move in with Buddy Rourke, one of her deceased husband's former buddies.

Blanche agrees to pose in the nude for a suave European sculptor.

Blanche reunites with her daughter Rebecca after a four-year estrangement; Blanche wants to defend her from an abusive boyfriend.

Blanche and Rose despise one of Dorothy's friends, the novelist Barbara Thorndyke.

Cheyenne asks Reba to talk some sense into Van when he stops going to church, but when Reba's efforts fail, she takes her problem straight to the church's handsome new minister (Patrick Fabian).

Reba is disappointed when her plans for Halloween fall through because everyone in the family has other plans.

Realizing that his wife has gained quite a bit of weight, Brock consults Reba on how best to handle the delicate situation.

When Barbra Jean signs Reba up for an online dating service, Reba winds up dating a mystery man and spending less time with the family.

When Reba teams up with Van to invest in real estate, he buys an uninspected house, which prompts her to want out of their partnership.

Cheyenne asks Reba to talk some sense into Van when he stops going to church, but when Reba's efforts fail, she takes her problem straight to the church's handsome new minister (Patrick Fabian).

Reba is disappointed when her plans for Halloween fall through because everyone in the family has other plans.

Realizing that his wife has gained quite a bit of weight, Brock consults Reba on how best to handle the delicate situation.

The family learns that Cheyenne no longer wishes to pursue a career in dentistry after she turns down Brock's offer to intern at his office; Barbara Jean is called for jury duty.

A miscommunication with her brother, Bryan, sends Barbra Jean to his place for Thanksgiving, while he goes to Reba's.

Rory succumbs to self-doubt after a professor suggests she drop a class; Lorelai takes out her frustration on Sookie; Gran is nasty to Richard and Emily.

Rory gets a glimpse of Dean's new life; Lorelai and Rory get swept up in Emily's wild shopping spree, then Emily admits her out-of-control spending is in retaliation against Richard's neglect.

The sudden loss of his mother undoes Richard; Emily finds an old letter to her husband from her mother-in-law; Lorelai takes over the funeral arrangements.

Lisa's trip home to Evergreen for the holidays finds her shepherding an effort to save the town's beloved general store, fulfilling the wishes of a Christmas past and finding a romance full of Christmas magic.

When a mysterious key and a cryptic holiday riddle arrive on their doorsteps, Kate and Kevin embark on a romantic Christmas adventure.

A TV personality drives to a small-town mountain retreat. On her way, a blizzard veers her off the road and she crashes. When she awakens, she has complete amnesia, and a friendly passerby takes her in.

Two strangers, a businesswoman and a country music star, are both booked on a flight to Tulsa before the holidays, but it ends up getting canceled due to a snowstorm. They decide to try to get to Tulsa together, and share their secrets along the way.

After being told her new holiday app lacked Christmas spirit, a young CEO returns to her hometown to rediscover the meaning of the holidays.