Ep 21. Happy Hour

In The Office season 6 episode 21, titled "Happy Hour," tensions ease as the Dunder Mifflin staff participates in an after-work happy hour at a local bar.

The episode opens with Michael Scott attempting to rekindle his affair with Donna, leading to awkward exchanges between the two throughout the day at the office. Meanwhile, Jim Halpert and Dwight Schrute are tasked with finding a new health insurance provider for the employees, leading to a hilarious competition between the two to see who can secure the best deal.

As the workday comes to a close, the staff heads to Poor Richard's, a local bar, for happy hour. Initially, the group is hesitant to let loose, fearing that their actions will be judged by their co-workers. However, as the drinks start to flow, the staff begins to unwind and truly enjoy themselves.

Pam Beesly bonds with Darryl Philbin over their shared love of art, while Angela Martin and Kevin Malone indulge in a game of darts. Kelly Kapoor and Ryan Howard bicker and flirt, as per usual, and Andy Bernard shows off his vocal skills by leading the group in a round of "Closing Time."

Meanwhile, Michael's attempts to win Donna back reach a peak when he accidentally outs her as having an affair with another co-worker, leading to an uncomfortable confrontation that threatens to ruin the happy mood of the evening.

Overall, "Happy Hour" is a lighthearted episode that showcases the camaraderie and relationships between the Dunder Mifflin staff outside of the office. As always, the show delivers plenty of laughs while also highlighting the personal struggles and dynamics of the characters.