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Start celebrating Independence Day a little early with Clog America. They represent the United States as Ambassadors of Goodwill at prestigious International Folk Festivals throughout the world. You can see them as part of the Freedom Festival on Thursday, June 23 at 7:30pm at University Place. Click here for more information.

Venture Out! On Friday evening from 6-10pm, enjoy live music, activities, children’s arts and crafts, a movie under the stars and food trucks all at Churchill Junior High in Millcreek. Click here for more information.

It’s time for Taylorsville Dayzz. This festival runs Thursday, June 23 (4-11pm), Friday, June 24 (4-11pm) and Saturday, June 25 (7am-10pm) at Taylorsville Valley Regional Park. There will be a parade, a petting zoo, carnival rides, food, concerts, fireworks and more. Click here for more information.

Every year the last week of June is the Lehi Round-Up Celebration. This is going all week with parades, a 5K, a Family Fun Day, and a rodeo. Enjoy events through Sunday and click here for more information.

There’s a special Nights Under Lights celebration for Pride Month at Loveland Living Planet Aquarium. Pride Under Lights is a family-friendly event that will light up the night. Bring a picnic or buy dinner from a food truck… on Saturday, June 25 from 7-10pm. Click here for more information.

Are you an early bird? Join Tracy Aviary for a lively morning on Saturday, June 25 starting at 8am for a breakfast buffet, hands-on nature activities for the kids, bird encounters and even live music. Click here for more information on Breakfast with the Birds

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Daily Herald: University Place, The Orchard announce summer events

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Every year, thousands of Orem residents, and plenty of others, flock to University Place and The Orchard for summer activities. University Place has announced over 20 events for the public from June through August at The Orchard park on the north central side of University Place.

All of the events are free, and residents are encouraged to bring their own seating – whether a blanket or chairs. This summer’s events and activities, with information provided by University Place, include:

Orem Chorale Spring Concert, 7 p.m. on June 3

This is the first concert The Orem Chorale has performed at University Place. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening of patriotic and playful show tunes.

Summer Kick-Off Luau, 7-9 p.m. on June 4

The Orchard’s official kick-off party for the summer. Guests can take a tour of the Pacific and enjoy food, games and performances from professional entertainers including fire dancers in a family-friendly evening.

Orem Summerfest Kick-Off Party, 7 p.m. on June 6

For the 5th year in a row, Orem Summerfest begins at University Place with storytelling by Bill Lepp. New to the event this year is “The Taste of University Place.” Several restaurants will be set up outside offering their most popular food and treats during the event for free.

Guys Night Out, 6-8 p.m. on June 17

Try your hand at axe-throwing, rock climbing or take a turn on a mechanical bull at a free night out with friends or family. A free snack bar will be included.

Revamped Family Movie Nights, 7 p.m. on June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15

University Place has updated one the summer series to include themed entertainment and activities leading up to the movie start. The games start at 7 p.m. with the movies starting at dusk, usually about 9 p.m. This year’s movie lineup includes “Hook,” “Zootopia” and “Spiderman: No Way Home.” Free popcorn will be available at every show.

Clog America: American Folk Dance Show, 7-9 p.m. on June 23

As part of the annual Freedom Festival line-up, Clog America is returning to University Place to perform for the fourth year. The show tells the story of America’s Folk Dance history with live music and traditional dance.

Outdoor Concerts, 6-8 p.m. on July 1 and Aug. 12

University Place is offering two outside concerts featuring local cover bands Moe Low & Geneva Road on July 1, and Flashback Brothers on Aug. 12, covering a wide range of hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s.

Renaissance Day, 6-9 p.m. on July 9

Fighting knights in full armor will entertain and delight spectators at the fourth annual Renaissance Day at University Place. There will be European-style entertainment and food. At dusk there will be a screening of “The Princess Bride.”

Pioneer Day Fireworks, 5-9:30 p.m. on July 23

The largest Pioneer Day celebration in Utah County, everyone who wants is encouraged to celebrate Utah’s heritage with live music, giveaways, a pie eating contest, vendors and more. The evening will culminate with a musically-choreographed firework show.

The University Place events page will be updated closer to the event for a detailed list of entertainment and activities.

Bolivian Festival, 4-9 p.m. on July 30

For the second year, the Bolivian Festival will be at University Place. Beginning with a parade featuring Central & South American cultures, there will also be live performances, food, vendors and more.

African Heritage Festival, 2-8 p.m. on Aug. 6

Enjoy African heritage and culture at the African Heritage Festival, hosted by the Ngoma Y’ Africa Cultural Center of Provo. There will be an African parade, live performances, food and more.

All events are subject to change and weather. More details and a full schedule of events can be found at https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/.

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Dine in Style: How University Place Takes a Night Out to the Next Level

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It’s Friday night. The air is warm, and you’re walking around with your partner looking for somewhere to eat. You’re not sure what you’re in the mood for, but you want options. Fast food? Sushi? Ice cream? They all sound so tasty.

We’ve all been here — and, depending on where you are, it can sometimes be difficult to find variety in your food options. Not at University Place.

Your Choice

When you come to University Place, you can pick from over 25 restaurants with all sorts of different cuisines from around the world. We give you a range of options for different food genres that other locations do not. Some of our restaurants include:

  • Black Bear Diner
  • Chipotle
  • Costa Vida: Fresh Mexican Grill
  • Flaming Wok
  • Itto Sushi
  • Midici: The Neapolitan Pizza Company
  • Oh Maí
  • Terra Mia Ristorante
  • Tucanos Brazilian Grill
  • Wing Nutz
  • More! To see a full list of our restaurants, visit our restaurant page.

With such a diverse group of options for food, you’ll always be able to find something that you love or something fun to try out!

Convenience

The thing that really sets us apart from other locations is the convenience of all of our restaurants and dining areas. If you’re having trouble trying to decide what to eat, all you need to do is walk around! No matter if you’re in the mall or walking around The Orchard, you’ll find plenty of places to fuel up and satisfy your senses.

All of our restaurants are a short walk from Cinemark, so if you’re planning on a traditional dinner and a movie date, this could work great for you!

Still Want Dessert?

At University Place, we know how important it is to remember the most important meal of the day — dessert. We offer many different dessert locations to choose from. Some of them include:

  • Cinnabon
  • Cold Stone Creamery
  • Farr Better Ice Cream
  • Mora Iced Creamery
  • Orange Julius
  • More!

No matter if you’re interested in dinner or just dessert, University Place aims to be the dining destination that takes your night to the next level. For more information on our dining options visit us our restaurants page.

Love Where you Work: 5 Instant Benefits of Working at UP

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University Place just keeps growing. We have the best mall in Utah County, fantastic venues for live shows, and luxurious, urban apartments for prices that can’t be beat! It’s no wonder why more and more employers find themselves moving closer to all of the action.

In recent years, UP has become a hub for businesses. We’re installing five Class-A office buildings which will become the base of operations for many preexisting and up and coming local businesses, one of which is already open. Another one of the office buildings that is soon to be under construction will be nine stories tall — the tallest building in Orem, Utah.

So why work at University Place? Here are five instant benefits you’ll have when you start your next job at UP.

Host Your Conferences Near Your Office

Finding a venue for your conferences can be difficult, but what if it didn’t have to be?

Here at University Place, we have large rental spaces available for conferences at any time your company could need them. We make it easy for businesses to host the events that better them and their employees.

What About Daycare?

Finding time to drop your kids off in the morning is difficult. You have to make extra time to drive to the daycare, drop off your kids, and drive to work. In a lot of cases, that adds an additional 40 minutes to your morning that you, quite frankly, could be using in a more productive manner. However, daycare, for many families is necessary. What if you worked somewhere were daycare was just a short walk away?

At UP, there is a daycare center close by so that you don’t have to add extra time to your commute to have someone care for your kids.

Run Your Errands Mid-Day

With the University Place Mall so close to your office, those pesky errands that you usually would run after you get out of work can be done on your lunch break. That’s right — going to Hallmark for birthday cards, picking up a new shirt for date night, or getting a quick haircut can all be done in the middle of your workday.

If you run out of time on your lunch break, you can easily drop by after you get out of the office with no added inconvenience.

Discounts on Housing

That’s right — discounts on housing. For a lot of people, this is a massive benefit to working at University Place. The discounts we give to employees that work at University Place are on the apartment complexes found just feet away from the offices — The Aston at University Place. Now you can live and work for less with a commute that is not even worth mentioning!

Close to College

What’s more important to a business than coffee? Interns to go fetch that coffee (we joke, we joke). But really, University Place is located just between UVU and BYU, making it perfect for businesses to recruit some experience-hungry interns or entry-level, young professionals.

Working at UP is a dream. If you want to be part of it or our expanding office infrastructure, make sure to contact us or come downtown to see who is hiring!

Life is Made Easy at University Place

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Imagine a life where you work, eat, and play all in walking distance from your home. Sounds too convenient to be true, doesn’t it?

Well, we’ve taken that idea and turned it into a reality. University Place has always been a popular area to shop, dine, attend events, or work, but now it is also one of the best places to live in Utah County. The Aston at University Place is a brand new complex that boasts over 1,200 upscale, high-tech, urban apartments that are ideal for working professionals and students alike.

Welcome to the Neighborhood

Interested in stress-free, refined living? Our neighborhood is perfect for you. The Aston offers the accessibility of urban living in one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartments. In these apartments, you can enjoy a luxury, community-style living arrangement where everything you could possibly need is in walking distance.

The Aston’s Amenities

The Aston isn’t like other luxury apartment complexes. We maximize on features that make your home feel like the urban retreat that it should be. Here are just a few of the community amenities offered at the Aston:

  • Underground parking
  • Resort-style aqua lounge
  • Club cinema and gaming room
  • Double diamond hot tub
  • Outdoor courtyard
  • Espresso bar and café
  • Bike locker and repair center
  • Electric car charger
  • More!

While the community features are what make life outside of your home special, the features inside of your home are even more important. The in-home amenities in our apartments include:

  • High-speed Wifi
  • Oversized, deep tubs
  • Fully equipped kitchens (including GE stainless steel appliance packages)
  • LED lighting
  • Wood style flooring
  • Private balconies and patios
  • 9-foot ceilings
  • More!

Walking Distance Is the Best Distance

Like we said before, everything you need is just a short walk away. Need groceries? Costco is across the street. Want to see a movie? Cinemark is just a few feet. Just down the road is the renowned University Place Mall, home to your favorite shops, like:

  • H&M
  • Victoria’s Secret
  • GAP
  • DSW
  • Macy’s
  • Al’s Sporting Goods
  • More!

Live With Us!

Life at University Place is easy. Choosing to live at The Aston at University Place is even easier. Ready to begin leasing? Contact the leasing manager! We’re excited for you to live with us.

University Place Kicks Off Holiday Season with Family-friendly Black Friday Events

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Festivities Will Continue Through the Upcoming Weeks and Include a Live Nativity, Santa Story Time, and Star Wars Costume Contest

OREM, Utah (November 22, 2016) – University Place today announced that beginning on Black Friday it will be hosting a slate of family-friendly community events to help celebrate the holiday season. The schedule of events includes:

Black Friday

The doors at University Place will open at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, November 25, with the more than 150 stores in the mall offering a variety of Black Friday deals and doorbusters. Patrons who arrive early are invited to stick around until 9:30 a.m. to start celebrating the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will be making their grand entrance in style in the southwest parking lot of the mall. Starbucks will be providing hot chocolate and treats while supplies last, and there will be live entertainment performed by the Unity Gospel Choir. Holiday lights at The Orchard, University Place’s newly opened outdoor community gathering space, will be turned on, and the outdoor fountain will feature choreographed water shows set to festive holiday music for the remainder of the year.

Live Nativity

On Friday, December 2, and Saturday, December 3 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. University Place will partner with the Orem Community Church to put on a live nativity, featuring actors, animals including a camel, a sheep, and a donkey, as well as beautiful musical performances by local choirs. Free warm rolls and hot cider will be provided by event sponsors Wallaby’s and Starbucks. The live nativity is free to the public and will be held at The Orchard.

Santa Story Time

Each night between Monday, December 5 – Thursday, December 8, children ages 3 and up are invited to come participate in a special story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets for this event must be purchased in advance, and include a children’s meal, a photo with Santa, crafts, and a commemorative gift. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/santa-story-time-2/.

Star Wars Costume Contest

University Place is also celebrating the holiday release of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” with a Star Wars costume contest. The all-ages contest will take place in the lot located next to RC Willey on Tuesday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m., and prizes will be awarded for best costume, best scene reenactment, and best impersonation.

For more information about these events as well as University Place’s stores, restaurants, and holiday hours, visit https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io.

About University Place

Developed in the early 1970s in Orem, Utah, University Place (formerly University Mall) is a 112-acre development that initially only included retail, and recently began a $500 million revitalization project that is adding residential, office and green space to what has been Utah County’s premiere shopping destination for over 40 years. University Place was first developed and is still owned and operated by Woodbury Corporation, a 4th-generation Utah family business, and one of the oldest and most respected full-service real estate development and management companies in the Intermountain West. For more information about University Place and updates on the project, visit universityplaceorem.com. For more information about Woodbury Corporation, visit woodburycorp.com.

Press Contact
Cindy Nguyen
Marketing Director, University Place
801-224-0810
c_nguyen@woodburycorp.com