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Go Big or Go Home

Summary Leslie tries to convince Chris and Ben to give the parks department more money, and when she fails to persuade them, she enlists Ann’s help. Meanwhile, Ron and Andy coach youth basketball, and April returns with surprising news. Our…

Freddy Spaghetti

Summary When Ben prevents Leslie from holding a children’s concert, she takes matters into her own hands. Mark makes some big decisions about his life, and Andy gets some unexpected romantic attention. Our Take A standout hour — the kind…

The Master Plan

Summary Leslie is disappointed when her new park plans are put on hold by a visit from two state auditors. April has plans for Andy at her birthday party, and Ann tries to piece together a romantic mystery. Our Take…

Telethon

Summary Leslie hosts a late-night shift for a local telethon, and lands former Indiana Pacer Detlef Schrempf as a celebrity guest. Meanwhile, Mark has big plans for his relationship with Ann. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the…

94 Meetings

Summary Ron is furious when April mistakenly schedules a ton of meetings for him. Meanwhile, Leslie fights to preserve a historical landmark. Our Take A well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Summer Catalog

Summary Preparing the Summer Events Catalog, Leslie decides to take Ron and the past directors of the Parks Department out for a picnic lunch. Tom enlists the help of Ann and Mark to pose for the cover photo. Our Take…

Park Safety

Summary After Jerry gets mugged by a bunch of kids, Leslie meets with the head park ranger in hopes of improving park safety. Meanwhile, everyone tries to be nicer to Jerry once he returns to the office. Our Take Confident…

The Possum

Summary When a possum bites the mayor’s dog on a golf course, Leslie is asked to form a task force to catch the pesky animal. Meanwhile, Ron is upset when Mark refuses to bend the rules for him. Our Take…

Woman of the Year

Summary Leslie is outraged when Ron wins a “Woman of the Year” award for a project she started. Meanwhile, Tom is desperate to find some money to invest in a local Pawnee club. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot…

Galentine’s Day

Summary When Leslie hears her mom’s story about an old flame, she and her boyfriend Justin track him down and reunite them on Valentine’s Day. Meanwhile, Andy and his band are nervous about playing a gig at the Senior Center.…