There’s an old saying, “There’s nothing like a good book.” But if you ask the people of Falcon, they might say, “There’s nothing like a good library.” Last month, the Pikes Peak Library District broke ground in Falcon for its newest branch – the High Prairie Branch Library. According to the PPLD Web site, the nearly 6,000-square-feet library will cost about $1,613,200. Although the library is not scheduled to be finished until the early part of next year, the people of Falcon feel it is worth the wait.At least four people are looking forward to the new library and its availability of books and more. Maybe after it opens they will not only check out their favorite book, but find a new one, too.
| Lisa Day RushLibrary Reaction: I’m thrilled! The little bookmobile is nice but is usually hard to get in and out of, and it’s usually crowded. Oh, I can’t wait for the new library. It’s going to be great!Favorite Book: Anything by (Tom) Clancy or (Robert) Ludlum |  |
 | Kathy Johnson FalconLibrary Reaction: I’m excited about the new library because I don’t like to drive all the way into town. And I tried the bookmobile once, but I don’t like to wait. By the time it got to the bookmobile, I had already bought the book.Favorite Book: “Secret Life of Bees” |
| Millie Manyik CalhanLibrary Reaction: I’m excited for the new library, and I just think it will be just such a good thing for the community to have all the resources available. Plus, it will be a great place to relax or research things.Favorite Book: “The Painted House” by John Grisham |  |
 | Kim Snell Colorado SpringsLibrary Reaction: I am looking forward to the new library. I plan to use it as a quiet place to study. And I will be able to run over there on my lunch hour if I want to.Favorite Book: “Insomnia” by Stephen King |
