Parks and Recreation - Season 5

Parks and Recreation - Season 5

Season 5

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Episodes22
DatesSep 20, 2012 - May 2, 2013
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Episodes

Ms. Knope Goes to Washington
Season 5Episode 130 min

Ms. Knope Goes to Washington

Leslie and Andy visit Ben and April at their new jobs in Washington D.C., and Leslie feels overwhelmed by the city -- especially after meeting two of her idols. Meanwhile, Ron throws a "thank you" barbeque for the entire Parks and Recreation staff.

Sep 20, 2012
Soda Tax
Season 5Episode 230 min

Soda Tax

Passing a city-wide tax on giant sodas. Chris helps Andy get in shape to prepare for his police entrance exam. Meanwhile, Ben struggles to connect with the interns in his office.

Sep 27, 2012
How a Bill Becomes a Law
Season 5Episode 330 min

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Leslie negotiates with her fellow councilmen to pass a new law extending the community pool hours. When Chris comes up with a new idea to solve people's problems around the city, Ron finds himself filling a pothole for a local mom. Meanwhile, Ben and April decide to take a road trip to visit Leslie and Andy.

Oct 4, 2012
Sex Education
Season 5Episode 430 min

Sex Education

An STD outbreak amongst Pawnee seniors prompts Leslie to conduct a sex education class. Meanwhile, Ron helps Tom adjust to life without technology after his gadgets are taken away, and Ben and April meet Congressman Murray for the first time.

Oct 18, 2012
Halloween Surprise
Season 5Episode 530 min

Halloween Surprise

New job offer for Ben causes Leslie to contemplates their future. Meanwhile, Ron and Andy take Diane's girls out trick-or-treating, and Tom searches for a new business idea.

Oct 25, 2012
Ben's Parents
Season 5Episode 630 min

Ben's Parents

After being warned about Ben's divorced parents, Leslie gets nervous as she prepares to meet them. With the help of Jean-Ralphio, Tom prepares to pitch his new business to Ron. Meanwhile, Chris rides an emotional rollercoaster.

Nov 8, 2012
Leslie vs. April
Season 5Episode 730 min

Leslie vs. April

Leslie gets upset when April tries to get Lot 48 made into a dog park. Meanwhile, Tom enlists Ben's help as he tries to launch his new business venture, and Andy hones his crime scene investigation skills.

Nov 15, 2012
Pawnee Commons
Season 5Episode 830 min

Pawnee Commons

Leslie makes a public appeal for park design suggestions, but becomes suspicious when the best design comes from an architect in Eagleton. Tom enlists the help of the office as he sets up his new "Rent a-Swag" business, while Andy finds a way to make his new security guard job exciting.

Nov 29, 2012
Ron and Diane
Season 5Episode 930 min

Ron and Diane

Ron, Diane, and Leslie attend a wood working awards dinner, after one of Ron's handcrafted chairs is nominated, but the happy occasion is threatened by the arrival of Tammy II. Meanwhile, Jerry hosts a holiday party at his home with his wife, and some of his friends are shocked to find they were not invited.

Dec 6, 2012
Two Parties
Season 5Episode 1030 min

Two Parties

Ann throws a bachelorette party for Leslie but her plans are derailed when Councilman Jamm interferes. Chris throws a game night at Ben's but things take a turn when he realizes none of the guys ever had their own bachelor parties.

Jan 17, 2013
Women in Garbage
Season 5Episode 1130 min

Women in Garbage

In order to get more women hired in government, Leslie and April handle a garbage route. Meanwhile, to help his growing business, Tom enlists the help of Andy and Ben to teach him about basketball, and Ron is left to watch Diane's kids while their babysitter is out of town.

Jan 24, 2013
Ann's Decision
Season 5Episode 1230 min

Ann's Decision

After several unsuccessful relationships Ann makes a dramatic life decision. Ben enlists the help of Chris, Tom and Ron to choose a caterer for the wedding, while April has to handle one of Leslie's usual tasks.

Feb 7, 2013
Emergency Response
Season 5Episode 1330 min

Emergency Response

Leslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park, but their plans are derailed when a city-wide emergency response drill is called. Meanwhile, Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam and Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.

Feb 14, 2013
Leslie and Ben
Season 5Episode 1430 min

Leslie and Ben

Leslie and Ben have two hours to complete a years-long project. Meanwhile, Ron gets in trouble when his temper gets the best of him.

Feb 21, 2013
Correspondents' Lunch
Season 5Episode 1530 min

Correspondents' Lunch

Leslie is literally left speechless when her planned address at a big media event is stolen. Ben starts his new job working at the Sweetums Charity Foundation, and Ann works up the courage to ask someone an important question.

Feb 21, 2013
Bailout
Season 5Episode 1630 min

Bailout

Leslie tries to help a local video store stay in business after the owner is hit by the bad economy. Chris tries to give Tom some fatherly advice in dealing with a difficult employee, while Ann blackmails April into being her friend.

Mar 14, 2013
Partridge
Season 5Episode 1730 min

Partridge

Leslie and Ben travel back to his hometown of Partridge, MN to accept the key to the city. Ron gets served a lawsuit from councilman Jamm, while Ann and Chris take a compatible parenting quiz.

Apr 4, 2013
Animal Control
Season 5Episode 1830 min

Animal Control

Leslie decides to give the Animal Control Department a much-needed makeover. Ann tries to get Ron the medical attention he needs, while Ben, Tom and Andy recruit donors for their charity foundation.

Apr 11, 2013
Article Two
Season 5Episode 1930 min

Article Two

Leslie works to get rid of outdated laws from the original town charter that no longer make sense. Chris gives April and Ron management training, while Ann and Ben get in a bidding war over a present for Leslie.

Apr 18, 2013
Jerry's Retirement
Season 5Episode 2030 min

Jerry's Retirement

When Leslie finds out Jerry is retiring, she struggles with the proper way to commemorate the occasion. Chris and Ann prepare to have a baby together, while Tom worries he will become the office punching bag once Jerry leaves.

Apr 18, 2013
Swing Vote
Season 5Episode 2130 min

Swing Vote

Leslie gets upset when Ron submits budget cut proposals getting rid of the local mini golf course. Andy and Ben celebrate a big donation made to their charity, while, Ann helps Tom with his girlfriend troubles.

Apr 25, 2013
Are You Better Off?
Season 5Episode 2230 min

Are You Better Off?

Leslie celebrates her first year as a city councilor. A surprise discovery leads Andy to call the only man he knows who can help with the investigation: retired Special Agent Burt Macklin. Meanwhile, April gets some life-changing news, and Tom debates a big business opportunity.

May 2, 2013

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