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End of the World

Summary Local Pawnee group predicts that the end of the world is coming, causing Leslie and others to contemplate their lives. Tom decides to throw the best party ever before he loses his office space, while April helps Andy complete…

Meet n Greet

Summary Ben is mad when Andy and April decide to throw a Halloween party at their house without asking him. Tom emcees an event for Leslie’s campaign but manages to also promote his company. Meanwhile, Ron and Ann give Andy…

Pawnee Rangers

Summary In an effort to fight the inequality of Ron’s boys only wilderness group, Leslie takes her girls only troop, the Pawnee Goddesses, on an adventure weekend. Meanwhile, Tom and Donna force Ben to join them for a day of…

Born & Raised

Summary While promoting her new book about Pawnee, Leslie falls prey to some “gotcha” journalism. Meanwhile, Ann is determined to bond with Ron and April. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour…

Ron and Tammys

Summary Leslie is forced to intervene when Tammy One reenters Ron’s life and begins controlling his every move. Ben tries to help Tom balance the books at his new company, while Ann makes a PSA starring Chris. Our Take Confident…

I’m Leslie Knope

Summary Leslie has to either break up with Ben or follow her dream of running for office. Ann is forced to dispense medical advice after making an unexpected diagnosis. Meanwhile, Ron prepares for the return of his first ex wife,…

Li’l Sebastian

Summary Leslie and the parks team put together a memorial service for a dearly departed friend. Meanwhile, Tom makes a big life decision, while Chris reacts badly to a health problem. Our Take A standout hour, the kind of episode…

The Bubble

Summary Everyone in the office is unhappy when Chris decides to make some big changes in the parks department — especially Tom who starts to question his career choices. Leslie is caught off guard when Ben has a meeting with…

Road Trip

Summary When Chris sends Leslie and Ben on a trip to Indianapolis, Leslie is afraid she won’t be able to deny her feelings for him. Ron teaches a young student about his views on government. Meanwhile, Andy gets his feelings…

The Fight

Summary When Leslie tries to get Ann a job at city hall, her lukewarm reaction causes their first ever fight. Tom invites the entire department to the Snakehole Lounge to help him promote his new alcohol, “Snake Juice.” Our Take…