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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

Date: Tue, Oct 13, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Venue: Main Library – Main Study Room #4304, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Community

Have the beginnings of a business idea? Need some assistance figuring out a path to entrepreneurship? Looking for support to grow your business? SCORE can help you start, grow or successfully exit a business. From diverse backgrounds and industries, SCORE mentors know what it's like to be a small business owner. Partnering with entrepreneurs one-on-one, SCORE mentors support small business success by providing experienced advice, consulting on best practices, and education on business topics. Anyone can successfully start a business with the right support--connect with a mentor and get the guidance you need to grow and thrive. Small business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth. This program is "open office hours" style--first come, first served--every Tuesday (1-4) & Thursday (12-4). Mentors will be here to help you on your entrepreneurial journey! Register at the 4th floor information desk. We also host SCORE's Welcome to Entrepreneurship, Understanding How to Price Your Product or Service and Introduction to Recordkeeping workshops!

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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

“Arrive early because these mentoring sessions are first-come, first-served.”

When
Oct 13
Tue, Oct 13, 2026
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE is a free drop-in program at the Durham Main Library where entrepreneurs can receive one-on-one business mentoring. If you are looking to start a business or grow an existing one, you can meet with mentors from diverse industries to discuss best practices and business education. The sessions operate on a first-come, first-served basis every Tuesday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. To participate, you must register at the fourth-floor information desk. Taking time for your professional goals is a smart way to spend a weekday afternoon. Connecting with experienced mentors provides the practical guidance needed to help your local business thrive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a fee to attend this business mentoring program?
No, this mentoring program is completely free.
Do I need to register in advance for the mentoring sessions?
You do not need to register online beforehand, but you must register at the fourth-floor information desk when you arrive.
How are the mentoring sessions structured?
These sessions are held in an open office hours style and are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE runs Tue, Oct 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

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