Connect Bradenton, a new co-working and meeting center, recently opened at 600 Old Main St., Bradenton. The center includes traditional offices, virtual offices for home-based businesses and a co-working space for entrepreneurs who want to work in a social and collaborative atmosphere. Owner Bernie Croghan has over 30 years of experience in the office rental business. He founded ComCenter in 2001 and has developed over $30 million in medical and business office space in Manatee County. The center is celebrating its grand opening from 3 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2.