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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

Date: Thu, Oct 15, 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!

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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE

“Sign up at the fourth floor desk early since sessions are first-come.”

When
Oct 15
Thu, Oct 15, 2026
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ages
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Price
Free
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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE is a free drop-in program where entrepreneurs can receive one-on-one business consulting from experienced mentors. To participate, head to Main Study Room #4304 on the fourth floor of the Main Library in Durham. You must register at the fourth floor information desk to secure your spot, as sessions are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Mentors are available to help you start, grow, or exit a business, offering advice on best practices and general business education. This weekday session is a smart opportunity for parents looking to launch a side hustle or scale an existing business. Taking a few hours to focus on your professional goals with an expert can help increase your revenue and set your business up for long-term growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register in advance for this event?
You do not need to register online beforehand, but you must register at the fourth floor information desk when you arrive, as sessions are first-come, first-served.
How much does it cost to meet with a SCORE mentor?
This program is completely free to attend.
What kind of help can I get during these office hours?
SCORE mentors provide experienced advice, consulting on best practices, and education on business topics to help you start, grow, or exit a business.

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Open Office Hours: Small Business Assistance from SCORE runs Thu, Oct 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

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