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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

Date: Thu, Sep 24, 2026

Time: 12:00 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!

Community · Durham

Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

Arrive right at noon to secure the first slot and avoid waiting in line.

When
Next Thursday
Thu, Sep 24, 2026
12:00 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, walk-in mentoring program held at the Durham County Library to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. What to Know: This program takes place in Study Room 4304 on the fourth floor of the Main Library in downtown Durham. There is no cost to attend, and sessions are first-come, first-served, so you do not need an appointment. Paid parking is available in the library parking deck, and you should bring a notebook, your laptop, and a list of specific questions about your business plan or ideas. This is a highly practical weekday resource for parents who are balancing childcare with the launch of a new business venture. Getting professional feedback on your business plan during your lunch break is an efficient way to move your professional goals forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register in advance for the SCORE mentoring sessions?
No registration is required. This program operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so you can simply walk in during the scheduled hours.
Where should I park at the Durham Main Library?
You can park in the library's dedicated parking deck, which charges an hourly rate, or look for metered street parking nearby on Roxboro Street.

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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE runs Thu, Sep 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. It repeats recurring.

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