The Kalona Public Library’s youth services department was recently presented with an award and donation from the Optimist Club of Kalona. Youth Services Director Olivia Kahler has continued to provide kids across Kalona with storytimes, online programs, and videos throughout their closure due to COVID-19. In honor of her efforts during the pandemic, the Optimist Club presented her with a certificate of appreciation for her dedication and outstanding service to the youth of the Kalona community. The club also presented a $500 donation to the library’s youth services. Kahler says the donation will be used for either program development or to help fund current programs at the library.