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Parks and Recreation

Parks and Recreation

Because parks don't grow on trees.

2009Ended7 Seasons122 Episodes8.0TMDB
NBC

In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of Pawnee, Indiana, takes on bureaucrats, cranky neighbors, and single-issue fanatics whose weapons are lawsuits, the jumble of city codes, and the democratic process she loves so much.

Created by: Michael Schur, Greg Daniels

Season 3 Episodes

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Episode 1: Go Big or Go Home

Jan 20, 2011 · 22m

Leslie and the Parks Department return to work after three months to discover that the budget crisis still looms. After unsuccessfully trying to have their budget restored by using Ann to charm Chris with a date, Leslie decides to make an all or nothing play by resurrecting the Pawnee Harvest Festival. Meanwhile, Ben restarts the youth basketball league and instates Ron and Andy to coach the only two teams. April returns from a vacation with a new boyfriend.

Episode 2: Flu Season

Jan 27, 2011 · 22m

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.

Episode 3: Time Capsule

Feb 3, 2011 · 22m

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.

Episode 4: Ron & Tammy: Part Two

Feb 10, 2011 · 22m

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.

Episode 5: Media Blitz

Feb 17, 2011 · 22m

While advertising for the Harvest Festival, Ben has to deal with some troubling questions about his past. Meanwhile, Andy continues to try to win April back.

Episode 6: Indianapolis

Feb 24, 2011 · 22m

Ron and Leslie take a road trip to the big city in order to visit Ron's favorite place which happens to be a steakhouse, but Leslie has alternative motives for the trip.

Episode 7: Harvest Festival

Mar 17, 2011 · 27m

It's make it or break it for the Parks Department at the Harvest Festival which is full of surprises.

Episode 8: Camping

Mar 24, 2011 · 22m

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.

Episode 10: Soulmates

Apr 21, 2011 · 22m

Leslie tries an online dating service, but doesn't end up with a stranger as she expects. Also, Chris challenges Ron to a grilling competition as part of his plans to make Pawnee healthier.

Episode 11: Jerry's Painting

Apr 28, 2011 · 27m

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.

Episode 12: Eagleton

May 5, 2011 · 22m

Leslie's ex-best friend, Lindsay Carlisle Shay, launches an attack on Pawnee, banning residents from visiting a nearby park in the neighboring city of Eagleton with a large fence, causing Leslie to go to war with Eagleton. Meanwhile, everyone finds out that it is Ron's birthday, a fact that he went to extreme lengths to conceal.

Episode 13: The Fight

May 12, 2011 · 26m

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."

Episode 14: Road Trip

May 12, 2011 · 22m

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 hurt by April after playing Tom's new game.

Episode 15: The Bubble

May 19, 2011 · 22m

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 her mom.

Episode 16: Li'l Sebastian

May 19, 2011 · 23m

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.

Season 3 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Parks and Recreation Season 3 premiere?

Parks and Recreation Season 3 premiered on January 20, 2011.

How many episodes are in Parks and Recreation Season 3?

Parks and Recreation Season 3 has 16 episodes.

What is the first episode of Parks and Recreation Season 3?

The season opens with Season 3 Episode 1, "Go Big or Go Home". It aired on January 20, 2011.

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