Friends of the Island Library

ABOUT US

The Friends of Island Library (FOIL), a non-profit organization, owns the Island Library and an auxiliary building, which provides space for our annual book sale and storage.  We fund the upkeep of these buildings, their grounds, and additional support of library programming with proceeds from our annual book sale, our annual silent auction and generous contributions from our island community.  The FOIL Board meets on the third Monday of each month at the Library.  

To support FOIL’s work, send donations to PO Box 204, Lummi Island 98262 or via Paypal

NEWS AND EVENTS

Free Concert
Saturday, November 14, 6:30-8:00 pm
Island Library

Myra Jean, Lummi Island’s own singer/songwriter will provide an acoustic/solo performance of soulful songs and musical storytelling rooted in nature, human compassion, connection and activism. Refreshments will be provided.  All donations will go to support the mission of the Friends of Island Library. 

FOIL Annual Silent Auction
On October 18, a large group of volunteers and donors produced another successful fundraising auction which was attended by an enthusiastic group of bidders. Thanks to all who participated. 

Book Sale 2026
The FOIL Book Sale Committee is now receiving donations of books for next year’s book sale.  They may be placed on the porch of the Noble Barn.

BOARD

President: Colleen MacGilchrist
Vice President: Joan Keiper
Secretary: Kay Wilson
Treasurer: Diane Harper
Barbara King
Victor Place
David Shulman
Tonya Yoder

Board meetings take place at 6 pm on the third Monday of every month at the Island Library.

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

  • Join our planting beds gardening team.
  • Help with the annual auction.
  • Help with our annual book sale.
  • Offer your “handyman or handywoman” skill for various projects.
  • Present a program about your travels or a presentation or workshop in your area of expertise.
  • Let us know you want to volunteer and how.

For more information, or to say YES to becoming a FOIL Volunteer, call or text Colleen MacGilchrist, President of FOIL: 360-961-4932.

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