Season 2 - Episode 21 - Casino Night

I love this episode from May 11, 2006. I'm really sorry if that's weird for you to hear, but I needed you to hear it. Probably not good timing, I know that. I just... I just needed you to know. Once.


Writer: Steve Carell
Director: Ken Kwapis

The Dunder Mifflin warehouse is converted into a full-blown gambling hall for the Scranton Business Park's casino night. But things get dicey for Michael when he ends up with two dates for the event, or, in his words, “two queens.” Meanwhile, Pam searches for a band for her wedding, and even considers hiring Kevin's Police tribute band, Scrantonicity. Steve Carell wrote the script. - TV Guide

"Casino Night" News Items:
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Season 2 - Episode 20 - Conflict Resolution

May 4, 2006 gave us a laundry list of pranks that Jim has played on Dwight - Jim felt bad by the end... but then, not so much! Also, who complained about Pam's wedding planning? Jim!?!? Not a win win... win situation.

Writer: Greg Daniels
Director: Charles McDougall

Michael's highfalutin attempts to resolve conflicts in the office only serve to stir up petty differences and forgotten arguments among his employees, causing bedlam and tumult at Dunder Mifflin. Also, the workers get their ID photos taken; and (some) staffers receive Pam's save-the-date notices for her wedding. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 19 - Drug Testing

Dwight found a joint in the parking lot on April 27, 2006. WHO could it be? Jim won't tell, because he's been Jinxed by Pam. Hi... Hey.

Writer: Jennifer Celotta
Director: Greg Daniels

When half a joint is found on company property, Dwight dons his Lackawanna County volunteer deputy sheriff's uniform (complete with badge) and launches an investigation. He brings in a professional drug tester---a turn of events that makes Michael nervous. Meanwhile, Jim and Pam play a game in which Jim is forbidden to speak. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 18 - Michael's Birthday

Michael's birthday was celebrated on March 30, 2006 and who better to throw a party for Michael than, well, himself. Also, Kevin is worried he has cancer and even Angela feels bad for him! Live Strong! Fun fact of the episode? Michael's favorite song is "For The Longest Time" by Billy Joel.

Writers: Lee Eisenberg & Gene Stupinsky
Director: Ken Whittingham

It's Michael's birthday (which he proudly shares with actress Eva Longoria), but nobody in the office seems to care---except for Dwight. Meanwhile, Kevin waits to hear from his doctor about whether or not he has cancer. This upsets the staffers, but none more so than Michael, who sees the medical crisis taking attention away from his special day. - TV Guide

"Michael's Birthday" News Items:
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Season 2 - Episode 17 - Dwight's Speech

On March 2, 2006 Dwight was honored as the top salesman in NE Pennsylvania. Just remember everyone - WE ARE WARRIORS!

Writer: Paul Lieberstein
Director: Charles McDougall

Dwight wins an award for top salesman of the year, but has to conquer his fear of public speaking when he must give a speech at a big Northeast Sales Association convention. And he turns to the worst possible person for help---Michael. Meanwhile, Pam makes plans for her wedding at the office, prompting a downcast Jim to plan a vacation; and the staffers battle over the thermostat for control of the office temperature. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Valentine's Day

The Office did Halloween and Christmas - it only makes sense that Valentine's Day shows up too on February 9, 2006. We also saw the birth of the Dwight Bobblehead! Who has one? I do!

Writer: Michael Schur
Director: Greg Daniels

Michael takes a bite out of the Big Apple when he heads to corporate headquarters in New York City for a meeting with Jan (Melora Hardin) on Valentine's Day. But he may be biting off more than he can chew, for he and Jan are in for a big surprise. Back at the office, Pam hopes for a holiday gift---something, anything---from her fiancé. Conan O'Brien has a blink-or-you'll-miss-it cameo. - TV Guide

"Valentine's Day" News Items:
Interview with Craig Anton (Craiggers)

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Boys and Girls

Michael can't sit there and let the women have their own meeting - so it's off to the warehouse on February 2, 2006 to do his best Hasselhoff impression and share some ideas and pizza with the guys.


Writer: BJ Novak
Director: Dennie Gordon

Jan (Melora Hardin) assembles the female staffers and presents them with a “women in the workplace” seminar. Not to be outdone, Michael hustles the Dunder Mifflin boys to the warehouse for some male bonding. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 14 - The Carpet

On January 26, 2006 Todd Packer left a 'present' for Michael on the carpet of his office and no Creed, it's not soup. Almost as bad? Jim has to sit next to Kelly for the day.

Writer: Paul Lieberstein
Director: Victor Nelli Jr.

Michael questions the loyalty of his staffers when someone defiles his carpet, so he then tries to bond with them by relocating to Jim's desk in the main office area. This forces Jim to move next to the blabbering Kelly---and farther away from Pam. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 13 - The Secret

The best place to take Michael to keep his mouth shut from spilling secrets? Hooters! That's where Jim took him on January 19, 2006.

Writer: Lee Eisenberg & Gene Stupinsky
Director: Dennie Gordon

Worried that Michael knows that he secretly pines for Pam, Jim begrudgingly hangs out with his ego-inflated boss in an effort to keep him from spilling the beans. One of their manly outings: a trip to Hooters. - TV Guide

"The Secret" News Items:
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Season 2 - Episode 12 - The Injury

Michael burned his foot on a George Foreman grill on January 12, 2006. Hey, don't we all love the smell of bacon in the morning? Also, we learned that Dwight does not work in this van.


Writer: Mindy Kaling
Director: Bryan Gordon

Michael tries to get extra sympathy from his staff after he burns his foot on a portable cooking grill. Dwight emerges as the primary caregiver---to Michael's chagrin. - TV Guide

"The Injury" News Items:
Interview with Marcus A. York (Billy Merchant)

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Booze Cruise

On January 5, 2006 we all boarded Captain Jack's ship and headed off for some fun in the sun, umm, I mean night. We also experienced one of the most memorable 20+ seconds of silence in JAM history.


Writer: Greg Daniels
Director: Ken Kwapis

Michael tries to motivate his office crew by taking them on a harbor cruise. But there isn't any love on this boat, as Michael makes waves and is ultimately thrown in the brig. Elsewhere, Jim's spirits sink when Pam finally sets her wedding date. - TV Guide

"Booze Cruise" News Items:
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Season 2 - Episode 10 - Christmas Party

YANKEE SWAP!!! Everyone gathered around the Christmas tree for secret santa on December 6, 2005. Nameplates, baby posters, keychains, old shirts, ipods, ovenmitts and paintball lessons all waited under the tree. Thank goodness for Vodka!

Writer: Michael Schur
Director: Charles McDougall

There aren't a lot of ha-ha-has with the ho-ho-hos at the office Christmas party after Michael suggests swapping secret Santa gifts. Michael then tries to lift spirits by introducing spirits---namely, vodka shots. Meanwhile, Jim gives Pam a sweet present. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 9 - E-mail Surveillance

On November 22, 2005 Jim threw an awesome BBQ at his home and finally got Pam in his bedroom. Take it easy, she was just looking at his old year books!

Writer: Jennifer Celotta
Director: Paul Feig

Big Brother invades the office when Michael gains access to his employees' e-mails and begins spying on their correspondence. Also, Michael's ego is bruised when he's not invited to an afterwork party; and Pam suspects that love is blooming between Dwight and Angela. - TV Guide

"E-Mail Surveillance" News Items:
Interview with Omi Vaidya (Sadiq), Interview with Ken Jeong (Bill from Improv Class)

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Performance Review

Everyone lined up on November 15, 2005 for their performance review with Michael. Some were more happy than others for this to happen.

Writer: Larry Wilmore
Director: Paul Feig

Michael convenes with his employees for their performance reviews, but he's much more concerned about his own boss's review of him. Meanwhile, the gang plays along when Dwight thinks it's Friday instead of Thursday. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 7 - The Client

We all wanted our baby back baby back baby back ribs on November 8, 2005 as Jan and Michael shared dinner with Tim Meadows. Then they shared a little more in the parking lot. All while we witness the birth of Agent Michael Scarn.

Writer: Paul Lieberstein
Director: Greg Daniels

Michael is a surprising asset in helping Jan woo a client. But while he's out, staffers find and act out his screenplay. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 6 - The Fight

On November 1, 2005 Kevin told Michael to "sweep the leg" as Michael and Dwight fight it out in Dwight's dojo. We also learned, that if you like a girl, don't lift her into the air infront of all of your co-workers. She won't like that - or you. Until you give her a bag a sour cream and onion chips anyway.

Writers: Gene Stupinsky & Lee Eisenberg
Director: Ken Kwapis

After Dwight karate punches Michael, Jim sets up a lunchtime rematch at Dwight's dojo, where Pam becomes annoyed by Jim's friendliness. - TV Guide

"The Fight" News Items:
Interview with Lance Krall (Sensei Ira)

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Halloween

It's a spooky time on October 18, 2005 when the office celebrates Halloween. Sith lords, cats, superheroes and of course a three-holed Jim were all amazed when Michael made downsizing happen.


Writer: Greg Daniels
Director: Paul Feig

Halloween becomes more frightful as Michael agonizes over an order to fire someone before day's end. - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Fire

On October 11, 2005 Ryan nearly burned down the office while making a cheesy pita. We also learn the true feelings of many employees as we play "Who Would You Do".

Writer: BJ Novak
Director: Ken Kwapis

During a fire evacuation, Michael tries to convey 10 rules of business to Ryan; and Jim promotes “psychologically revealing conversations.” - TV Guide

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Office Olympics

October 4, 2005 we saw the gang all compete in many events for some fancy yogurt lids on paperclip chains. We had the birth of flonkerton and dunderball!

Writer: Michael Schur
Director: Paul Feig

While Dwight helps Michael buy a condo, Jim runs the games of the office olympiad, time-killing contests played with office supplies. - TV Guide

"Office Olympics" News Items:
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Season 2 - Episode 2 - Sexual Harassment

It's easy to abide by the company's sexual harassment rules unless, of course, Pam's mom comes to visit the office on September 27, 2005.

Writer: BJ Novak
Director: Ken Kwapis

Michael fears a review of the company's sexual-harassment policies will curb the conviviality that he believes exists in the office. - TV Guide