An Expat Talks about Living in Cleveland, Ohio

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Cleveland

What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?

Going to clubs/bars downtown, shopping at Tower City, attending plays or museums.

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In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.

Some suburbs are not very diverse or accepting. The west side of Cleveland appears to be more accepting. Downtown is pretty diverse and accepting.

What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?

Any jobs in business, especially finance. Internet or knowing someone in that business.

In general, what are peoples' priorities in this city? For example, do lives revolve around work, family, socializing, sports, etc.?

In the Cleveland suburbs -definitely family but downtown is all about work.

If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.

Live in the suburbs on the west side. More of a young culture!