
The Library’s mission is to encourage a love of reading, storytelling and learning by providing free year-round access to its collection, programs and technology in a traditional, friendly, and charming setting for islanders of all ages.
Board President Bonnie Benkard shares a note to the Fishers Island Library community
This year, the Fishers Island Library celebrates 120 years as an enduring presence in Island life. This milestone year beautifully showcased how we continue to live up to our mission to connect and support the people of Fishers Island . . .

2025 Board of Trustees
Bonnie Benkard, President
Jennifer Mancusi-Ungaro, Vice President
Gordon Murphy, Treasurer
Clifford Anderson, Secretary
Stephanie Braun
Susan Crary
Annie Douthit
Bruce Kinlin
Brian Leuchtenburg
Courtney MacDonald
Abby McCall
Anna Noyes
Sara Ofosu-Amaah
Sarah Scoville
Jared Soper
Elizabeth Wooten
Christian Arsenault, Ex-Officio, Superintendent
FI Library Holiday Closings
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve*
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve*
*Library closes at noon if usual schedule includes AM hours.