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Jerry’s Painting

Summary Jerry’s contribution to Leslie’s community art show causes a stir. Ben moves in with April and Andy and attempts to teach them how to be adults. Meanwhile, Leslie is frustrated by Chris and his interoffice dating rules. Our Take…

Soulmates

Summary Ann convinces Leslie to sign up for an online dating service, only to be matched with someone she already knows. Chris decides to start a health initiative and challenges Ron to a burger cook-off. Our Take A well-built episode…

Fancy Party

Summary Andy and April host a dinner party for all their friends. Ben asks Leslie for some career advice, while Ann tries her luck at a singles party. Our Take An all-timer. If you sample one episode of Parks and…

Camping

Summary Leslie takes the whole department camping in order to brainstorm new ideas. Meanwhile, Andy attempts a romantic gesture for April, while Ann gets nervous when Chris returns to Pawnee as the new city manager. Our Take An all-timer. If…

Harvest Festival

Summary With the fate of her entire department hinging on the success of the Harvest Festival, Leslie deals with last-minute problems with a Wamapoke tribal leader, who threatens to put a curse on the event. Meanwhile, April is upset with…

Indianapolis

Summary Leslie and Ron drive to Indianapolis to receive commendation for the upcoming Pawnee Harvest Festival. Tom hosts a launch party for a local cologne maker in hopes of pitching him his fragrance “Tommy Fresh.” Meanwhile, Andy and April discover…

Media Blitz

Summary Trying to get the word out about the Harvest Festival, Leslie, Ben, and Tom do radio, TV and newspaper interviews. A media storm hits when Ben has to answer tricky questions about his past as a teen mayor. Meanwhile,…

Ron and Tammy II

Summary Tom tries to get back at Ron by going out on a date with Ron’s ex-wife Tammy, while Leslie tries to protect Ron from falling prey to her charms. Meanwhile, April is assigned to work with Chris. Our Take…

Time Capsule

Summary Leslie wants to bury a time capsule that encapsulates life in Pawnee, but an odd suggestion from a local man causes unforeseen consequences. Andy seeks help from Chris about how to win back April. Our Take Solid, satisfying television.…

Flu Season

Summary While planning for the local Harvest Festival, Leslie is struck with the flu and is forced to go to the hospital. Ron and Andy have a day of male bonding, and Tom hits the spa. Our Take An all-timer.…