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YOUNGSTOWN -- Miss Ohio 2019, Caroline Grace Williams, visited the Early Learning Center at the Jewish Community Center of Youngstown on Friday, joining the children for the Shabbat (Sabbath) service and reading books to them.
The ELC at the JCC of Youngstown seeks to nourish every child's natural curiosity and excitement for learning through unique experiences, while allowing each child to develop at their own pace.
"The ELC values literacy as an incredibly important part of a child's development," said Hunter Thomas, early childhood and youth co-director. "Regularly reading aloud to children is one of the best ways for children to develop language and literacy, and we are so glad that Caroline was able to take time out of her busy schedule to visit us and experience the joys of Shabbat with us."
Williams lives in Mansfield and works as a performing artist for the Renaissance Theatre. In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering with organizations throughout Ohio and spending time with her puppy, Oakley. She earned a master's degree in education from Miami University of Ohio.
Jewish Community Center of Youngstown offers social, cultural, educational, and recreational programs in a Jewish environment. Everyone is welcome. JCC is an agency of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation.
For more information visit jccyoungstown.org.