Although a CO.STARTERS facilitator needs to have experience starting and running a business or cause, he or she doesn't have to be an expert on everything. Rather, a facilitator's role is role is to guide participants through the program by asking the right questions, drawing on the knowledge in the room, and using available resources and connections in the community to point participants in the right direction. A strong facilitator must enjoy working with groups and have a passion for helping other entrepreneurs succeed.
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General Questions
The training will consist of one half-day and one full-day session that introduces potential facilitators to the concepts, methods, and approach to CO.STARTERS. Facilitator training participants will learn the week-by-week program workshop topics and how to effectively deliver theCO.STARTERS model to aspiring entrepreneurs enrolled in the cohort.
The next CO.STARTERS training is not scheduled. Please check back.
CO.STARTERS is a nine-session program; the cohort meets one evening per week for three hours. Sessions are not held during holiday weeks. Attendance is fundamental to success.
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Hours and Services
Yes. Each of our libraries has a designated parking space for curbside services. Just pull up and call us at 1-833-YES-SMCL (1-833-937-7625) or text us at (650) 851-0147, and we'll bring your holds out to your car.
Study rooms and community spaces are available by reservation up to two weeks in advance. See our Rooms/Equipment Reservation page for more information.
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Participants
The CO.STARTERS program is a cohort of fellow aspiring entrepreneurs who will share their ideas with others in the program. Unlike programs where the focus is on the conventional considerations of starting businesses (financing, permitting/regulations, etc.), our program focuses on insights, relationship-building, and models. Participants will work with mentor/facilitators and fellow participants on how to make their ideas work in a sustainable way. If you want to explore your business idea with experienced entrepreneurs and fellow aspiring entrepreneurs and turn it into success, then this program is right for you.
Aspiring entrepreneurs who have recently launched a business or simply have a business plan that they want to pursue are welcome in this program.
Participants must attend all nine sessions.
The next CO.STARTERS is not scheduled. Please check back.
This is a nine-session program; the Cohort meets one evening per week for three hours. Sessions are not held during holiday weeks. Attendance is fundamental to success.
The program is designed for small groups of up to twelve participants. Since space is limited, we are working to ensure that participants will be committed to attending all nine sessions and completing the program. Participants in the program will be chosen based on the application process.
If you don't get a spot in the current Cohort you are still eligible for the next scheduled CO.STARTERS cohort.
Yes! This program is free to enrolled participants.
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North Fair Oaks Library Transfer
Yes. We will be offering more hours beginning on Tuesday, March 16 with Curbside Services available Tuesdays through Saturdays, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. When we are safely able to fully reopen to the public, North Fair Oaks Library will have its weekly service hours increased from 50 to 60 hours. We’ll be seeking input on establishing new hours and feedback on services from the community soon.
Sí. Ofreceremos más horas a partir del martes 16 de marzo con servicio en la acera disponible desde el martes a sábado, de 11:00 AM a 4:00 PM. Cuando podamos reabrir completamente al público, Fair Oaks Branch Library tendrá su horario de servicio aumentado de 50 a 60 horas. Pronto buscaremos información sobre el establecimiento de nuevas horas y comentarios sobre los servicios de la comunidad.
The library will continue to operate in the same location under the new name of North Fair Oaks Library.
La biblioteca continuará trabajando en la misma ubicación con el nuevo nombre de North Fair Oaks Library.
You can reach us in English, Spanish, and Chinese by contacting our Customer Care team from 10 AM - 8 PM, Monday through Tuesday, and 10 AM - 5 PM, Wednesday through Saturday. Customer Care is available by calling 1-833-YES-SMCL (1-833-937-7625), texting (650) 851-0147 or emailing through our Get In Touch form.
Puede comunicarse con nosotros en inglés, español y chino poniéndose en contacto con nuestro equipo de atención al cliente de 10 AM a 8 PM de lunes a martes y 10 AM a 5 PM de miércoles a sábado. Atención al Cliente está disponible llamando al 1-833-YES-SMCL (1-833-937-7625), por texto a través del (650) 851-0147, o por correo electrónico a través de nuestro formulario Get In Touch.
The library will remain part of the Peninsula Library System, with access to all the same materials at libraries throughout the County through our shared holds and delivery system.
La biblioteca seguirá formando parte del Sistema de Bibliotecas de la Península, con acceso a todos los mismos materiales en las bibliotecas de todo el condado a través de nuestro sistema de entrega y encargo de materiales compartidas.
Library card numbers will change to provide access to all the online resources and digital materials San Mateo County Libraries offers. You will still be able to us your library card at any library throughout the county.
Los números de tarjetas de biblioteca cambiarán para proporcionar acceso a todos los recursos en línea y materiales digitales que ofrecen las bibliotecas del condado de San Mateo. Puedes seguir usando tu tarjeta de la biblioteca en cualquier biblioteca en todo el condado.
Yes! San Mateo County Libraries are fine-free.
¡Sí! Las bibliotecas del condado de San Mateo son libres de cobros por retraso.
The transfer follows approval of a new cost-sharing agreement between the San Mateo County Library Joint Powers Authority and the City of Redwood City. The move will increase public service hours of operation and the expansion of programs. In short, the transition will otherwise be seamless for patrons who will benefit from increased service hours and exciting new resources, programs, and opportunities for exploration.
La transferencia sigue a la aprobación de un nuevo acuerdo de reparto de costos entre la Autoridad de Poderes Conjuntos de las Bibliotecas del Condado de San Mateo y la Ciudad de Redwood City. La medida aumentará las horas de operación del servicio público y la expansión de los programas. En resumen, la transición será sin problemas para los clientes que se beneficiarán de un aumento de las horas de servicio y nuevos y emocionantes recursos, programas y oportunidades de exploración
Yes! We are proud of our shared library delivery system and continued partnership with all libraries in the County.
¡Sí! Estamos orgullosos de nuestro sistema de entrega de bibliotecas compartidas y de la colaboración continua con todas las bibliotecas del Condado.
All current library staff will continue working for the Redwood City Public Library. A new team of friendly, welcoming, and bilingual San Mateo County Libraries staff is excited to meet you soon!
Todo el personal actual de la biblioteca continuará trabajando para la Biblioteca Pública de Redwood City. ¡Un nuevo equipo de amable, acogedor y bilingüe personal de las bibliotecas del condado de San Mateo está encantado de conocerlo pronto!