Last Week-Donate to BxNN and Support our Programs in 2011

We’re in the last week of our annual fundraising appeal and our focus on the blog all week is going to be on getting as much support as we can for our campaign, which ends Friday.When we launched our campaign in January, we knew our goal (to raise $10,000) was ambitious. And we’re really grateful to all of our donors who have given so far. But we know there are many more of you, our dedicated readers, who read BxNN every day. $10,000 may not seem like a lot of money for a news organization, but it’s a key part of our bare-bones budget that will allow us to continue doing what we do and build a strong foundation to bring you even more news and information about Bronx neighborhoods. I have a feeling that some of you reading this don’t consider contributing because you’re reading it as part of your job.

Valentine's Day Events

Happy Valentine’s, Bronxites! Wishing you a lovely day, whether you’re single or paired up this year. Here are some events taking place in the borough in honor of the day of love.-Councilman Joel Rivera and Bronx AIDS Services will be offering free HIV tests at 1901 Southern Blvd, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Results are available in as little as 20 minutes. Free HIV counseling also available.-The Bronx Health Center is hosting a discussion on safer sex practices and improving your relationship with your partner today at 1 p.m., at 975 Westchester Ave. Call the center at (718) 320-4466 or email info@chnnyc.org for more information.-The Bronx Council on the Arts invites you to a free concert, “Love, Love, Love!