After the birth of their son Ethan, Lauren and Eric Scherr knew that it was time to leave Florida and move back home to Cleveland.  Eric (from Bath) and Lauren (from Chagrin Falls) wanted Ethan to grow up surrounded by family, friends, and a caring Cleveland community.  The Scherrs believe that Clevelanders are genuine people who care about each other and eagerly welcome “newcomers”. 

Since moving home in March 2011, they have Scherr-ly been busy.  Favorite activities include outings to the Cleveland Metroparks  and zoo, local libraries, Preston’s H.O.P.E. Playground, Chagrin Falls Park, the Akron Zoo, events at the Mandel JCC  , and classes at Music Together and The Little Gym.  When asked for advice on how to help newcomers, the Scherrs shared the following: (1) Reach out to people in your neighborhood / community (2) Try to make friends as people really do want to connect with others, and (3) Be outside as much as you can during the spring, summer and fall, and (4) enjoy winter!

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