OCTOBER 29, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES UVAL celebrates 90 years of enriching the community The Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) proudly announces its 90th anniversary, marking nine decades of fostering artistic excellence and community engagement in the Rio Grande Valley. Established in 1935, the group has been a cornerstone of the regional arts scene, celebrating the creative achievements of its members and inspiring generations of artists. To commemorate this significant milestone, UVAL will host a special exhibition showcasing the members premier works of art, rich in imagery, composition, color, and style. The exhibition will feature works in photography, watercolor, ceramics, acrylic, mixed media, oil, mosaics, and fiber arts. “Celebrating 90 years is a testament to the passion and dedication of our members, supporters, and the community,” said Robert Codina, UVAL Director. “We are honored to have played a part in the lives of so many artists and art lovers over the decades. We look forward to celebrating our history while also looking toward a vibrant future for the arts.” The 90th Anniversary Exhibition “Magnum Opus” will run from November 1 to November 29, at the Kika de la Garza Gallery located at 921 E. 12th Street in Mission. The art exhibition’s opening reception will be held on Saturday, November 1st from 7 to 9 p.m. The public is invited to attend this celebration of the group’s legacy. Key highlights for the 90th Anniversary celebration will include a formal ribbon cutting ceremony by the Mission Chamber of Commerce and a message to attendees by city officials on Wednesday, November 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. Founded in 1935, the Upper Valley Art League was originally affiliated with the RGV Federation of Women’s Clubs in McAllen. In 1972, UVAL was charted as a non-profit organization. In 2006, UVAL was relocated to its current location provided by the City of Mission. UVAL is a 501-C3 nonprofit organization run solely by volunteers. Their mission is to foster a vibrant and inclusive artistic community, providing a platform for artists of all backgrounds to create, connect, and collaborate. UVAL strives to inspire creativity, promote artistic expression, and enrich the cultural landscape through diverse programs, exhibitions, and educational opportunities. For more information on the anniversary and planned events, please visit uppervalleyartleague. org. All events are free and open to the public. Magic Valley PEO Retirement Group donates Magic Valley P.E.O. Retirement Group met at the home of Julianne Carlson on Tuesday, March 25, for one of their last meetings of the season. The group brought items for donating to Aurora House Foundation in Weslaco. The group first learned about Aurora House Foundation, and their mission, two years ago during a presentation by a staff member. Aurora House Foundation, established in 2007, provides compassionate, short-term care, at no charge, for people in their last chapter of life. Individuals and their family members are provided a homelike setting, which allows them to approach a peaceful death with comfort and dignity. Members of the Magic Valley group consist of sisters who winter here from states outside of Texas. We continue to support the Foundation with needed items and monetary donations. Submitted by Nancy Fratzke The Butterfly sculptures dotting the landscape in Mission are just one of the community projects UVAL started. (Photo by Carina A. Brunson, Monarch butterfly in front of City Hall) The Magic Valley PEO Retirement group gathered donations for the Aurora House Foundation. (Courtesy photo)
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