First Day of School
September 26, 1985
The Huxtable kids begin a new school year and each one has their own set of challenges to face. In the meantime Clair and Cliff celebrate the first day of school by reclaiming their freedom.
The Juicer
October 3, 1985
Rudy and Peter can't resist trying Cliff's new juicer, even though Cliff has forbidden them to go near it.
Happy Anniversary
October 10, 1985
Russell and Anna celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary and are entertained by Cliff, Clair and the kids with a special song and dance routine.
Cliff in Love
October 17, 1985
Sondra breaks up with her boyfriend Elvin and makes the family so miserable that they convince her to out with someone new. Cliff falls head over heels for the pre-med student, but Sondra only has eyes for Elvin.
Theo and the Older Woman
October 24, 1985
The Huxtable family becomes part of Denise's sociology project while Theo tries to round up a date.
Halloween
October 31, 1985
Vanessa hosts a Halloween party and invites Robert, the cutest boy in school. Cliff dresses up to take Rudy trick or treating.
Rudy Suits Up
November 7, 1985
Rudy decides to join the pee-wee football team against Clair's better judgment and to everyone's surprise earns the nickname "Sweet Feet".
Denise Drives
November 14, 1985
Denise gets her drivers license and is anxious to buy a car. The car she picks out is not exactly what Cliff and Clair had in mind.
Clair's Sister
November 21, 1985
Clair's sister Sarah announces her engagement and Clair offers advice on what it is really like to have a husband.
Clair's Toe
December 5, 1985
Cliff and Clair decide to celebrate their anniversary by holding a smooth contest, but Clair breaks her toe and the antics begin.
Denise's Friend
December 12, 1985
Denise's friend consults Cliff about a medical problem that she has kept from her parents, which urges Cliff and Clair to talk to the kids to assure them that they can come to them with any problem.
Mrs. Westlake
January 2, 1986
Theo's math teacher, the infamous Mrs. Westlake requests a meeting with Cliff and Theo fears that he has failed a test.
The Auction
January 9, 1986
The Huxtable family attends an auction to purchase a painting that was in Clair's family years a while Elvin tries to impress Clair with learning to cook.
Vanessa's Bad Grade
January 16, 1986
Vanessa and study partner/boyfriend Robert prove to be a bad mix when they both get D's on an exam. Vanessa hides the grade from Cliff and Clair so that she can attend a dance.
Theo and Cockroach
January 30, 1986
Theo and Cockroach use "Cleland Notes" to prepare for a test. They pass the test, but Clair isn't happy about the shortcut and decides to give her own test.
The Dentist
February 2, 1986
Peter is scared to the dentist, so Rudy offers to go with him. Clair gets upset about an article in the newspaper, which keeps Cliff from getting any sleep.
Play It Again, Russell
February 13, 1986
Cliff's father Russell plays in a jam session to honor an old friend. Rudy drives Denise, Theo and Vanessa crazy with her constant jokes.
A Touch of Wonder
February 20, 1986
After Denise and Theo car crashes into Stevie Wonder's limo, he invites the family to a recording session in order to make amends.
Full House
February 27, 1986
Cliff tries to get some much needed rest from being at the hospital each night for the past week, but he can't find an empty room in the house.
Close to Home
March 13, 1986
Cliff's friend Dr. Morgan comes to the house to discuss the annual charity benefit, while Theo and Cockroach prepare a rap song for speech class.
An Early Spring
March 20, 1986
Theo and Cockroach prepare for an important math test, which gets postponed when Mrs. Westlake es into the hospital to have her baby. Rudy learns to ride a bike and Vanessa tries to hide a zit.
Theo's Holiday
April 3, 1986
Cliff and Clair decide to teach Theo a financial life lesson by turning the house into the "real world".
The Card Game
April 10, 1986
Cliff's college English professor, Dr. Foster offers to fill in when Cliff's pinochle partner becomes ill. Theo buys a ring for his girlfriend.
Off to the Races
May 8, 1986
Cliff is challenged to a relay race against Tailwind Turner, his old school rival. Rudy tries to do enough chores to purchase a doll.
Denise's Decision
May 1, 1986
Deadlines are fast approaching for Denise to make a final decision about college. Russell tries to convince her that Hillman should be her choice.
