Fairfield Avenue and Lafayette in Bridgeport's own historic downtown on Friday, September 9, 2005 at 12PM.

A reception for the high donor and corporate sponsors at 11:00 AM will kick off the day’s event. At 12:00PM, Connecticut Renaissance will cut the grand opening ribbon and address the audience with comments on the event’s significance. The theme is “Renaissance in the New Age”. Guests will join a tour of the newest facility and witness Connecticut Renaissance use of modern technology to assist the community. Live entertainment will feature local musicians and food will be provided by local vendors.

Bridgeport Mayor John M. Fabrizi, State Senator Bill Finch, Sara M. Herz, PhD, President of Connecticut Renaissance's Board of Directors, Paul S. Timpanelli of Bridgeport Regional Business Council, William Carbone, Executive Director of the Connecticut judicial Branch, Court Support Service Division, Dr. Fred McKinney of Connecticut Minority Supplier Development Council, non-profit representatives, and local community members are scheduled to participate in the grand opening ceremonies.

Sectary of State Susan Bysiewicz and Stamford Mayor Dannel P. Malloy has sent a video taping of support congratulating Connecticut Renaissance on their new facility.

By her Excellency M. Jodi Rell, Governor of the State of Connecticut, in recognition of the Grand Opening Celebration of the Juvenile Risk Reduction Center, hereby officially proclaim September 9, 2005, as Connecticut Renaissance Day in the State of Connecticut.

Connecticut Renaissance, Inc. is a non-profit multi-service agency that has been providing behavioral health and community release services since 1967. Renaissance's mission is to help clients re-enter the community as drug-free, responsible, gainfully employed citizens. Connecticut Renaissance maintains operations in Bridgeport, Waterbury, Norwalk, Stamford and soon to be opening a center in Hartford. Connecticut Renaissance receives funding from Department of Correction, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the Connecticut Judicial Branch, Court Support Services Division.