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Rose sells the apartment building to a developer.

For Sale

Sandra becomes assistant manager at a posh health club in New York City; pilot for a possible spinoff series.

Jackee

Mary, Sandra, Rose and Pearl each recall moving into the apartment building.

House Number

Mary hires an ex-convict to work for Lester's company.

No, My Darling Daughter

Mary and Lester will win a trip to Jamaica if Sandra doesn't kiss Lester's friend (Michael Dorn).

The Bet

Juror Mary casts the lone "not guilty" vote in a murder trial.

Trial and Error

Mary persuades rap group Run-D.M.C. to perform at Brenda's high-school prom.

The Class of '89

Sandra considers marrying a wealthy older man (Cleavon Little).

For Richer, For Poorer

Sandra takes on a baker (Flip Wilson) who steals Mary's family cookie recipe.

Mary's Cookies

A Date to Remember

Mary, Sandra, Alexandria and her Girl Scout troop get lost in the woods.

Babes in the Woods

A Swazi prince (Morris Day) proposes to Brenda.

The Prince

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Lester hides his famous houseguest's (Marvelous Marvin Hagler) identity to protect their business deal.

S4 E2 | Hide the Star