8.6/1027 votes#1 - In The Name Of The Father
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 5/16/2011
Melissa and Kathy are busy preparing for a family christening. Jacqueline's lunch with Ashley goes sour when her feelings of guilt and frustration boil over, and Teresa focuses on saving her family from ruin.
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7.2/1026 votes#2 - Drop Dead Gorgas
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 5/23/2011
It's Halloween, and the aftermath of a christening gone awry leads to dramatic tricks and nary a treat. Meanwhile, the Brownstone hosts a fashion show. The catwalk sets the stage for catcalls and catfights, particularly when Kathy voices off and Caroline stands her ground.
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7.8/1016 votes#3 - Sealed With a Diss
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 5/30/2011
Jacqueline is haunted by her past as her relationship with her daughter continues to weaken. Meanwhile, life dramas impact Caroline's sons; Teresa attempts to reconcile with Melissa; and Kathy defends herself in a conversation with Caroline.
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7.8/1016 votes#4 - Gobblefellas
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 6/6/2011
The wives' Thanksgiving is stuffed with drama, resentment and regret. Divisions mark Turkey Day when Teresa presides over a "friendsgiving" feast for only Jacqueline, Caroline and their families. Conversely, the Gorgas host a separate get-together with the Wakiles.
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8.2/1017 votes#5 - Stick It
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 6/12/2011
Teresa encounters her brother for the first time since the tumultuous christening. Elsewhere, Melissa tries to fulfill her dream of being a pop star; Caroline plans to offer matronly advice on the radio; and Jacqueline's daughter plots to get a car.
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7.8/1014 votes#6 - Whine and Dine
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 6/19/2011
Caroline takes to the airwaves with her new radio show. Meanwhile, the Gorga siblings attempt to settle their differences, but they invariably stir up more tension; and Jacqueline plays referee in a face-off between Teresa and Melissa.
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7.7/1016 votes#7 - Teresa's Got a Gun
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 6/26/2011
Teresa and Melissa attempt to make peace, after which some of the gang journey to the Catskills. Back in the Garden State, Kathy savors the flavor of scouting for restaurants and Melissa prepares for a holiday dance recital. This spins into motion a family reunion---and it won't include Teresa.
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7.7/1015 votes#8 - Holidazed and Confused
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 7/10/2011
The holiday season looms in the Garden State, but it's not so merry when friction rises in Caroline's family. Meanwhile, Jacqueline throws a holiday bash. And Teresa and Joe try to add sizzle to their romantic life despite their financial troubles.
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7.6/1018 votes#9 - Twas the Fight Before Christmas
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 7/17/2011
The Jersey girls jingle all the way during Christmas, but it's much more naughty than nice when clashing and trashing mar Melissa's holiday party.
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8.0/1016 votes#10 - There Arose Such a Clatter
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 7/24/2011
The holiday season turns frosty when the Manzos tangle with Kim G. Meanwhile, Teresa and Kathy throw separate Christmas bashes; and Teresa isn't very merry in the wake of a decision.
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7.3/1017 votes#11 - A Very Jersey Christmas
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 7/31/2011
It's Christmas morning and housewives are stirring. Caroline receives a long-overdue present and Melissa considers herself the luckiest woman in Jersey. But there aren't many ho-ho-ho's for Teresa, whose holidays take a not-so-merry turn.
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7.5/1017 votes#12 - Auld Lang Syne for an Eye
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 8/7/2011
The wives get set to ring in the new year by trying fresh approaches to life: Teresa works on her new cookbooks; Melissa tries to live out her dream; and Caroline's daughter vows to shed pounds. The gang then celebrates New Year's Eve at the Brownstone, but backstabbing and finger-pointing prevail.
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8.0/1016 votes#13 - Child's Play No More
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 8/14/2011
Teresa's children have a play date with Melissa's children, yet the kids seemingly show more maturity than their parents. Meanwhile, Kathy mulls over how to nurture her teen daughter. And Ashley's father pays her a surprise visit, but there may be more going on than simply a family reunion.
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7.9/1018 votes#14 - Belly Up & Up
Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 8/21/2011
Verbal warfare and an agonizing decision lowlight Jacqueline's relationship with her daughter. Meanwhile, Teresa's financial woes escalate. And the wives trek to Kathy's food-tasting bash, featuring surprise guests and unsavory behavior from Teresa and Melissa.
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8.0/1014 votes#15 - Black as Ink
Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 8/28/2011
Caroline's pride spills over when her two sons set out to launch their bottled-water line. Meanwhile, Lauren's grand opening for her cosmetic venture brings Jacqueline together with her daughter; and Teresa's brother attends her book-signing event.
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7.7/1017 votes#16 - Singing in the Pain
Season 3 Episode 16 - Aired 9/11/2011
The wives are up and running when they participate in a charity race, with Teresa's competitive nature on full display. Meanwhile, Melissa premieres her song to an unforgiving crowd in Hoboken. And Teresa throws a birthday bash for one of her daughters, highlighted by a jaw-dropping gift.
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7.6/1018 votes#17 - Get to the Punta
Season 3 Episode 17 - Aired 9/18/2011
The Garden State ladies embark on a paradise getaway to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Activities include a private cruise, but Kathy and Teresa soon make waves when they clash on the beach.
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7.6/1020 votes#18 - An Inconvenient Truce
Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 10/2/2011
The wives continue their vacation in Punta Cana, but they discover the open-air market and streets can be hazardous (especially in heels). Back in the Garden State, Ashley considers getting a tattoo.
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6.9/1013 votes#19 - Portrait of an Italian Family
Season 3 Episode 19 - Aired 10/9/2011
Teresa and Melissa gather the family together for a photo; Kathy makes a shocking decision; Jacqueline and an unforeseen visitor work on mending family problems; and Teresa's new cookbook is released.
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8.6/1019 votes#20 - Reunion (1)
Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 10/16/2011
The Garden State ladies reunite to hash out the dramas of Season 3
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8.7/1020 votes#21 - Reunion (2)
Season 3 Episode 21 - Aired 10/23/2011
The conclusion of a reunion featuring the Jersey girls trashing and clashing over Season 3's antics.
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Season 3 Ratings Summary
"In The Name Of The Father" is the best rated episode of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" season 3. It scored 8.6/10 based on 27 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 5/16/2011. This episode is rated 1.4 points higher than the second-best, "Drop Dead Gorgas".