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The 2nd avenue subway line is now going underway. A small part of this project will mean that 2nd avenue will have to be opened up, most of the line from 63rd Street to 96th Street will be drilled through solid rock. This project will evenually link Harlem in the north of Manhattan to the southern tip of New York. I personally will enjoy the 2nd avenue subway line because I will spend less time walking all the way from 1st avenue to Lexington avenue to get to the 110th Street train station. It will really be convenient having the 2nd avenue line.

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On February 20, 2007, a owner named Brian Ghaw opens up a store called The Savoy Bakery. It displays some delicious cakes and pastries. The owner, Brian, say that he was looking for a "growing community" and East Harlem is always growing in number. When you first look at the Savoy Bakery you will see a nice clean area and environment. Step inside and you see a host of different kinds a tarts and cakes. You can also get a great cappuccino or latte at this store. Each pastry is freshly backed every day.

All of these baked goods are made with butter and no trans-fat. The best part-other than the food-are there extremely affordable prices. I have been in the Savoy Bakery at least 3 times are I have bought 2-3 pastries for the combined price of 2 dollars!. Please come and visit this bakery on 110th Street between 3rd and Lexington Avenue.

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On Tuesday March 27, 2007 a building collapsed on 115th Street and Lexington Avenue. Construction work was being done on the building before it collapsed. This building collapse resulted in many subway and traffic disruptions. The building was five stories high and was unoccupied except for the 12 construction workers, one of those works was taken to the hospital foe minor injuries.
Three of the surrounding buildings were evacuated just a a precaution. The center portion of the building was a mass of rubble, the police roped off several blocks as bricks layered the scaffolding and sidewalk.
Subway Lines were suspended and diverted. The number 6 trains were not stopping at 166th Street and there was no service on the #6 trains between Grand Central 42nd Street and 125th Street.
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Recently in Harlem tourist have been coming to the the newly famous graffiti artist area on 108th Street and Park Avenue. What you are looking g at is the outside of this area, but inside is a school yard with tons of different artist who express themselves. But remember this is not something that the authorities or people look down upon, this is one of the most famous places in East Harlem.

A couple times a year these artists will change the scene so each time you come back to this area there is always something new to see. I'm not sure but I think these artist call themselves "The Crew". I would recommend anyone who loves art to come and see this area on 108th Street and Park Avenue.
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About My Community

East Harlem makes up an extreme amount of diversity in New York. This includes African American, Mexican, Dominican, Puerto Rican and South American. Spanish Harlem is the birthplace of many Latin artists like Tito Puente. Spanish Harlem begins at 111st on the east side. The residents who already live in Harlem and new residents are trying to help Harlem by opening small businesses like beauty shops and restaurants. East Harlem ranges from 96th Street to 138th Street.

West Harlem can be called the academic center of New York. It has many schools Columbia University, Barnard College, City College of New York, Manhattan School of Music and the Harlem School of the Arts. West Harlem includes the Upper West Side along Riverside Park, Morningside Heights, Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill make West Harlem. It starts at 110th Street through 155th Street.
Central Harlem is the heart and soul of Harlem. This is where you can find the famous Apollo Theatre where many artist sang and began famous people. There are plenty of historic buildings and landmarks that are still there down to this day. Central Harlem also includes 110th Street to 155th Streets.

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About My Community-Cont'd

Harlem is a neighborhood in Manhattan that is known to have HUGE African American culture. Harlem captures the most talented and the most unique kind of people. It mostly hosts the arts such as music, painting and writing. Throughout the 20Th century Harlem serves as the key inspiration of novelist, poets, musicians and actors. Harlem is also home to a variety of different ethnics, black and white. The landscape of Harlem has changed over the years. Many more buildings have been torn down to create a home for the growing populations. The new buildings are beginning to beautify Harlem, making it look classy and sophisticated.
Harlem also has tons of stores and business that provides jobs for those who need them. It has places where you can fun such as bowling allies and basketball courts, baseball fields, gymnasiums, and famous parks. For the most part I like the fact that my community cares about the welfare of young people who want to pursue careers in the arts and it gives them a chance to have dreams.

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