Parks and Recreation - Season 3

Parks and Recreation - Season 3

Season 3

The third season consisted of several major story arcs, including a complete shutdown of the Pawnee government for budgetary reasons, inspired by the real-life global financial crisis. Other storylines included the parks department's organization of a harvest festival, a romance between Leslie and Ben, and the dating and eventual marriage of Andy Dwyer and April Ludgate.
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Episodes16
DatesJan. 20, 2011 - Mai 19, 2011
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Episodes

Go Big or Go Home
Season 3Episode 130 min

Go Big or Go Home

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.

Jan. 20, 2011
Flu Season
Season 3Episode 230 min

Flu Season

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.

Jan. 27, 2011
Time Capsule
Season 3Episode 330 min

Time Capsule

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.

Feb. 3, 2011
Ron and Tammy II
Season 3Episode 430 min

Ron and Tammy II

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.

Feb. 10, 2011
Media Blitz
Season 3Episode 530 min

Media Blitz

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, Andy struggles to win back April's heart, and Ann summons the courage to discuss her relationship with Chris.

Feb. 17, 2011
Indianapolis
Season 3Episode 630 min

Indianapolis

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 how to have fun without spending any money.

Feb. 24, 2011
Harvest Festival
Season 3Episode 730 min

Harvest Festival

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 Andy, while Ann gets romantic advice from an unlikely source.

März 17, 2011
Camping
Season 3Episode 830 min

Camping

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.

März 24, 2011
Fancy Party
Season 3Episode 930 min

Fancy Party

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.

Apr. 14, 2011
Soulmates
Season 3Episode 1030 min

Soulmates

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.

Apr. 21, 2011
Jerry's Painting
Season 3Episode 1130 min

Jerry's Painting

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.

Apr. 28, 2011
Eagleton
Season 3Episode 1230 min

Eagleton

When the neighboring city of Eagleton puts up a fence around one of their parks, Leslie must get her former best friend to take it down. Meanwhile, Ron tries to stop Leslie from planning a birthday party for him.

Mai 5, 2011
The Fight
Season 3Episode 1330 min

The Fight

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."

Mai 12, 2011
Road Trip
Season 3Episode 1430 min

Road Trip

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.

Mai 12, 2011
The Bubble
Season 3Episode 1530 min

The Bubble

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.

Mai 19, 2011
Li'l Sebastian
Season 3Episode 1630 min

Li'l Sebastian

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.

Mai 19, 2011

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