Ep 6. A Big Hand for Mama
- June 12, 1987
Mama's Family season 4 episode 6, titled "A Big Hand for Mama," follows the antics of the Harpers as they prepare for the annual church bazaar. Mama, played by Vicki Lawrence, is particularly excited about competing in the baking contest and hopes to win first prize with her famous chocolate cake. However, her plans are complicated when she injures her hand in a kitchen mishap and is unable to bake.
Meanwhile, her daughter Vint, played by Ken Berry, is struggling to come up with a winning idea for the bazaar's main attraction - a dunking booth. After several failed attempts, Vint decides to enlist the help of his friend, Buzz, to create a unique dunking booth that is sure to draw a crowd.
As the day of the bazaar approaches, Mama becomes increasingly worried about her inability to compete in the baking contest and fears she will let down the family. However, her family rallies around her and encourages her to find a way to participate in the bazaar in other ways. Mama ultimately decides to volunteer at the dunking booth and quickly becomes the star attraction, eliciting cheers and laughter from the crowd with her witty comments and sarcastic jabs.
In the end, Mama learns that winning isn't everything and that sometimes the greatest reward comes from simply enjoying the company of friends and loved ones. "A Big Hand for Mama" is a heartwarming and humorous episode that showcases the enduring bond of family and the power of community.
