Louis plans a romantic night -- at the car dealership -- for his and Jessica's wedding anniversary; Eddie receives help buying a hot-dog-shaped water slide.
Jess struggles to keep the loft’s Secret Santa gift exchange afloat. When Winston believes his online gift order for Cece won’t be delivered in time he and Schmidt must endure going to an actual store to find a replacement gift. Meanwhile Reagan surprises Nick who helps makes Jess’ Christmas one to remember.
Matt asks someone to be his "plus one" at Wilhelmina's fundraiser; Daniel hires Natalie to be his assistant, making Betty feel obsolete; Amanda keeps a secret from Betty; Daniel discovers that his mother has a history with Cal Hartley.
Mac and Dennis try to keep the bar afloat in the tough economic times; Frank starts a family business with Dee; newly poor people gather outside the bar.
Charlie and Mac's old high school gym teacher is accused of molesting their former peers; Dee and Dennis suspect that Charlie is also a victim.