ArtMares, the HallowEast art exhibit at 1598 Washington St. East, opens this evening from 5 to 7 p.m.

The four-day exhibit features more than 30 local artists showcasing their visions of Halloween. The horror-themed display is available for sale. Thirty percent of all proceeds from art sales go to East End Main Street.

ArtMares runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

A block party marks the Saturday portion. The $20 fee gets each guest unlimited beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Plus, you get $2 off admission to the 9 p.m. Halloween Hootenanny at Empty Glass, 410 Elizabeth St. The normal cost for that event is $10 without costume, $8 with.

Halloween Hootenanny features music from Lords of the Highway, Whisky Daredevils and the Drunken Gentlemen. Prizes for best costume will be awarded.

Special thanks to Spyro Stanley and family for providing the ArtMares venue. Studio space now is available at this location.