Ep 10. Christmas Eve at the Booby Hatch (aka Oh, Hear the Angel Voices)

Laverne & Shirley season 2 episode 10, titled "Christmas Eve at the Booby Hatch," is a heartwarming holiday episode that follows the comedic misadventures of best friends Laverne DeFazio (Penny Marshall) and Shirley Feeney (Cindy Williams) as they try to bring Christmas cheer to the patients of the local mental hospital.

The episode opens with Laverne and Shirley working at the Shotz Brewery, where they learn that their boss, Mr. Shotz, has donated a truckload of Christmas trees to the Booby Hatch mental hospital. The girls, who are always up for a good cause, decide to go along with Mr. Shotz to help decorate the trees and spread some holiday cheer. However, things quickly take a turn for the chaotic when they arrive at the hospital.

At the Booby Hatch, Laverne and Shirley are greeted by a group of eccentric patients, including a woman who thinks she's a dog, a man who believes he's Santa Claus, and a group of carolers who sing off-key renditions of traditional Christmas songs. Despite the chaos, Laverne and Shirley are determined to make the best of the situation and help the patients experience the magic of Christmas.

As the girls begin to decorate the trees, they notice that the patients seem more interested in the decorations than the trees themselves. It quickly becomes clear that the patients are more interested in the joy and companionship that comes with the holiday season than the material goods that often accompany it.

As the night wears on, Laverne and Shirley find themselves bonding with the patients and learning some valuable lessons about compassion and kindness. They come to realize that even those who society deems "different" can have much to offer, and that by working together, everybody can experience the joy of Christmas.

"Christmas Eve at the Booby Hatch" is a delightful holiday episode that captures the essence of the season. With its touching moments of compassion and its lighthearted comedy, this episode is sure to leave viewers feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Whether you're a fan of Laverne & Shirley or just looking for a festive pick-me-up, this episode is not to be missed.