By Carol McCracken (Post 382)

The Mayo Street Arts officially opened its doors today, said Blainor McGough, Director, in a press release. It’s located at 10 Mayo Street and the building is owned by wealthy businesswoman Roxanne Quimby.

The Mayo Street Arts is a “new non-profit arts center located in Portland’s East Bayside neighborhood. The center will be hosting ongoing gallery exhibits, music and dance performances and other art-related events.

The first event for the new center is the “Art With Hootenanny” fund raiser on February 13th from 7-9 pm. There will be live music, performers in costume, refreshments, a sweet and sour kissing booth, special guests and a chance to bid on a little something for your sweetheart. Please visit www.mayostreetarts.org for more information.