Building the Library


Here is a pictorial account of the construction of the new library in Imorona, Thanks to all that helped make this happen.

This is the old library that was in the front portion of Martins house. He is the prez of the local group named HITA, which bascially means to discover, to see, to find




A diverse collection of people contributed, older and younger a like, women and men.




They use a wooden hammer to beat the wood posts into a tight fitting toung and groove relationship.




To hold these posts together they use pegs.




They framed the house by hand, and a lot of hands were involved.




Up on top they reach to put in the last of the pegs.




Here is the basic frame completed.




After working the morning, all the workers had a meal together.




Next is the roof, which is made from palm leaves and usually lasts about 6 years, depending on cyclones.




Here Tom got into the action and picked up a skill to add to his resume.




The roof is done.




The beginning of a floor.




The prez and vice prez are getting the planks laid down.




The floor has been laid and is ready for action.




The outside siding is nailed on.




Here is a view of the inside, with tables.




They are wiring up the solar panels, which will light the place up for night time ready and a place to meet.




Martin in the blue is very proud of the work that has been complete.



 

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