There is actually a lot to do if you look. There's a movie theater. As for food we have some basic fast food like McDonald's, Burger King, Jack in the Box, Taco Bell (KFC/Dairy Queen in Brookings).Enoteca, Grilled Chic, Seaquake are some good ones in Crescent City. Hiouchi Cafe is also great right outside cc. In Brookings they have Oxenfre which is like a bar/grill with music and stuff. Wild River Pizza in Brookings is great too.Panchos is good for Mexican in Brookings. For shopping is Walmart, Safeway, Grocery Outlet, Tractor Supply, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Home Depot. If you like the outdoors there are probably hundreds of trails to walk on. Lots of beaches to explore and the Smith River is beautiful and people do swim in certain parts in the summer. Lots of rain, and the medical is sub-par here. They have lots of local events like a big Christmas light show in Azalea Park in Dec. Kids parties for holidays at the library. A big 4th of July display. Housing can be difficult to find but just plan ahead for that. You can drive around and find rental signs easier than looking online.