Gilmore Girls - Season 2

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Sadie, Sadie...

1 - Sadie, Sadie...

Air Date: October 9, 2001

Lorelai makes a big decision, but when Emily hears about it from someone else, she's hurt and angry that Lorelai didn't bother to tell her.

Hammers and Veils

2 - Hammers and Veils

Air Date: October 9, 2001

Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.

Red Light on the Wedding Night

3 - Red Light on the Wedding Night

Air Date: October 16, 2001

During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.

The Road Trip to Harvard

4 - The Road Trip to Harvard

Air Date: October 23, 2001

With her big plans canceled, Lorelai is eager to escape the reactions of everyone in Stars Hollow, so she and Rory take off on a road trip.

Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy

5 - Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy

Air Date: October 30, 2001

Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.

Presenting Lorelai Gilmore

6 - Presenting Lorelai Gilmore

Air Date: November 6, 2001

Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.

Like Mother, Like Daughter

7 - Like Mother, Like Daughter

Air Date: November 13, 2001

Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fundraising fashion show.

The Ins and Outs of Inns

8 - The Ins and Outs of Inns

Air Date: November 20, 2001

Lorelai and Sookie have the first fight of their long friendship when Lorelai panics and decides their dream of opening an inn together will fail.

Run Away, Little Boy

9 - Run Away, Little Boy

Air Date: November 27, 2001

When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending every rehearsal.

The Bracebridge Dinner

10 - The Bracebridge Dinner

Air Date: December 11, 2001

While Rory struggles to keep the budding rivalry between Dean and Jess under control, Lorelai invites most of Stars Hollow to an elaborate feast.

Secrets and Loans

11 - Secrets and Loans

Air Date: January 22, 2002

Lorelai can't afford to repair her home's extensive termite damage but becomes angry when Rory involves Emily, who again offers Lorelai a loan.

Richard in Stars Hollow

12 - Richard in Stars Hollow

Air Date: January 29, 2002

Newly retired Richard is driving Emily crazy, so Lorelai agrees to take her father for a day in Stars Hollow, where he annoys both Lorelai and Rory.

A-Tisket, A-Tasket

13 - A-Tisket, A-Tasket

Air Date: February 5, 2002

The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.

It Should've Been Lorelai

14 - It Should've Been Lorelai

Air Date: February 12, 2002

Christopher brings a visitor to Stars Hollow who wants to get to know Rory. Emily is furious that Lorelai isn't trying to win Christopher back.

Lost & Found

15 - Lost & Found

Air Date: February 26, 2002

Rory panics when she realizes she's lost the bracelet Dean made for her. When Lorelai spots someone in Rory's room, she makes accusations of theft.

There's the Rub

16 - There's the Rub

Air Date: April 9, 2002

Lorelai and Emily's weekend at a spa doesn't go as planned. Meanwhile, Rory's night alone becomes difficult when Paris, Jess and Dean arrive.

Dead Uncles & Vegetables

17 - Dead Uncles & Vegetables

Air Date: April 16, 2002

Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.

Back in the Saddle Again

18 - Back in the Saddle Again

Air Date: April 23, 2002

After helping Rory with her project for Chilton's annual business fair, Richard realizes he's tired of retirement and wants to start a second career.

Teach Me Tonight

19 - Teach Me Tonight

Air Date: April 30, 2002

As a favor to Luke, Rory tutors Jess, but during their first study session, Jess convinces Rory to go on a quick outing with him.

Help Wanted

20 - Help Wanted

Air Date: May 7, 2002

Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.

Lorelai's Graduation Day

21 - Lorelai's Graduation Day

Air Date: May 14, 2002

Lorelai is about to graduate from business school, so Rory secretly invites guests to her graduation ceremony. Rory makes a trip to New York.

I Can't Get Started

22 - I Can't Get Started

Air Date: May 21, 2002

On the day before the wedding, Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Meanwhile, Rory is thrilled when a familiar face returns to Stars Hollow.