Gilmore Girls - Season 4
1 - Ballrooms and Biscotti
Air Date: September 23, 2003
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
2 - The Lorelais' First Day at Yale
Air Date: September 30, 2003
Lorelai helps Rory move into her dorm, where she meets an odd new roommate, and learns that she will also be sharing her room with a familiar face.
3 - The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles
Air Date: October 7, 2003
Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
4 - Chicken or Beef?
Air Date: October 14, 2003
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
5 - The Fundamental Things Apply
Air Date: October 21, 2003
Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites Luke over for movie night.
6 - An Affair to Remember
Air Date: October 28, 2003
Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater an elaborate launch party for Richard's new company, but insists they prove that they are worthy of her trust.
7 - The Festival of Living Art
Air Date: November 4, 2003
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
8 - Die, Jerk
Air Date: November 11, 2003
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
9 - Ted Koppel's Big Night Out
Air Date: November 18, 2003
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
10 - The Nanny and the Professor
Air Date: January 20, 2004
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
11 - In the Clamor and the Clangor
Air Date: January 27, 2004
Lorelai is upset that Luke has gotten an apartment in another town. Rory learns that a guy she likes has been spreading false information about her.
12 - A Family Matter
Air Date: February 3, 2004
Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
13 - Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels
Air Date: February 10, 2004
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
14 - The Incredible Sinking Lorelais
Air Date: February 17, 2004
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
15 - Scene in a Mall
Air Date: February 24, 2004
Rory gets a glimpse of Dean's new life. When Lorelai and Rory spend a day at the mall, they run into Emily on a wild shopping spree.
16 - The Reigning Lorelai
Air Date: March 2, 2004
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
17 - Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist
Air Date: April 13, 2004
Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
18 - Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!
Air Date: April 20, 2004
Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
19 - Afterboom
Air Date: April 27, 2004
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
20 - Luke Can See Her Face
Air Date: May 4, 2004
A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening day approaches.
21 - Last Week Fights, This Week Tights
Air Date: May 11, 2004
Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean confides in Rory.
22 - Raincoats and Recipes
Air Date: May 18, 2004
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.