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You definitely got it - there's a strong community because Oberlin the town doesn't have much going on. It's a give and take. There's so much stuff on campus that I'm always busy, and Oberlin the town has a lot of the basics, like some good places to eat and bookstores. However, yes, there are times when you wish there was just a bit going on for once outside of campus since the town doesn't really offer entertainment options. Oberlin really is a cute town though and there are ways to get involved with the community. I'm from a city and I've dealt with it alright, especially since I then get my city-fix when I go home again. For people who want to do more shopping, like for clothes, electronics, etc., there are larger shops in some nearby towns like Elyria. People actually don't go into Cleveland that often; I've been there maybe once a year (though I'd actually like to go more, it's just that without a car, getting anywhere outside of Oberlin is tough).
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