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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

Date: Thu, Oct 1, 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 close to noon to secure your spot without a long wait.

When
Next Thursday
Thu, Oct 1, 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 walk-in mentoring program designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners start, manage, or scale their enterprises. To make the most of this opportunity, bring your business plan drafts, specific questions, and a notebook to Study Room 4304 on the fourth floor of the Durham Main Library. The sessions are completely free and operate on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning no prior registration is required. Parking is available in the library parking deck, and the facility is fully stroller-accessible if you have young children in tow. This weekday event is an excellent choice for parents looking to utilize their lunch break or school hours to invest in their professional future. It offers a low-pressure environment to get professional feedback on your business ideas without any financial commitment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register for this business mentoring session in advance?
No, these sessions are held on a first-come, first-served basis, so you can simply walk in during the scheduled hours.
Where exactly is the meeting located and is parking free?
The mentoring takes place in Study Room 4304 at the Durham Main Library, which offers convenient parking in the attached library deck.

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Schedule

Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE runs Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. It repeats recurring.

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