Author: Chad Charles

OREM, Utah (April 20, 2021) — University Place, a 120-acre mixed-use development, today announced 10 stores and restaurants that have recently opened, have expanded, or will be opening soon at the University Place shopping center.

“2021 is destined to be an exciting year at University Place and is already off to a strong start. We are thrilled to introduce several new retailers and restaurants to the shopping center,” said Randy Woodbury, president and CEO of Woodbury Corporation. “These include long sought-after brands, new and creative concepts, expansions of proven favorites, and a host of new dining options. As the pandemic recedes, come to University Place to shop, eat, play and participate in the free events planned for summer at The Orchard.”

Below is more information on two stores that have recently opened:

Sephora — Sephora is a leader in prestige omni-retail with the purpose of creating an inviting beauty shopping experience and inspiring fearlessness in its community. The Sephora retail concept is rooted in presenting clients with the most curated product assortment featuring over 400 brands, an innovative store design and expertly trained beauty advisors. Located in more than 5,000 square feet, Sephora is located at the south entrance of the shopping center, just opposite Cold Stone Creamery, featuring both an interior and exterior shopping center entrance. For more information, please visit https://www.sephora.com/.

Temple in Mind – This recently opened store offers over 300 products that are all focused on the temples belonging to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, including laser-cut wood carvings, 3D printed temples and more. Originally in a temporary location, the store was so successful it quickly opened a permanent store that is located in the center of the shopping center, near Carter’s. For more information, please visit https://www.templeinmind.com/.

Below is more information on stores that will soon be opening:

Teton Toys – Teton Toys is a premier specialty toy store with a mission to tickle the brain, stir the imagination and inspire a sense of wonder an awe. With one store in Lehi, this will be the second Teton Toys in Utah County. Offering thousands of products ranging from Legos, dolls, puzzles, strategy games, stuffed animals and more. This 7,700 square foot store is expected to open in early May. Teton Toys will be located in the east wing of the shopping center, near the interior entrance of RC Willey. For more information, please visit https://tetontoys.com/.

Cotton on BODY – Based out of Australia, this will be the first Cotton on BODY in the United States. Designed in-house in Australia, Cotton on BODY is a life style brand offering women’s active-wear, intimates, sleepwear, lounge wear and swim wear. Construction will begin on the store soon, and is expected to open this summer. Cotton on BODY will be located across from Forever 21 and Cotopaxi in the center of the shopping center, in about 2,500 square feet. For more information, please visit https://cottonon.com/US/cottononbody/.

Villa Ceramics – A pottery studio for people who want to learn to throw their own pottery pieces using clay on a pottery wheel with the help of an instructor, as well as an open studio for those who want to practice on their own. Villa Ceramics also sells hand made products, such as bowls, plates, cups and more, and specializes in custom orders. Located in The Village, next to Cinemark, Five Guys, Wing Nutz. For more information, please visit https://villaceramics.com/.

Bath & Body Works – A staple at University Place for over 20 years, Bath & Body Works is expanding its store to over 5,600 square feet. Currently they are relocated in a temporary location across from Victoria Secret. When they move back to their original, larger location, they will also be offering more White Barn products, including the popular three wick White Barn candles. The newly expanded store is anticipated to be open the end of May. For more information, please visit https://www.bathandbodyworks.com/.

Below is more information on restaurants that will be opening soon:

Bunz Burgers – Each quarter pound patty at Bunz Burger has a hint of Persian spices to enhance the flavor of the meat, and is prepared over a char broil grill. Four to five gourmet burgers will be on the menu, and two varieties of french fries (including rosemary and crispy) along with a signature dipping sauce. Bunz Burgers will be in the Seasons Food Court, on the east side next to Al’s Sporting Goods, and expected to open mid-April.

Red Tacos – A popular food truck specializing in birria tacos and founded in 2020, this will be its first permanent restaurant location. The family-owned taco shop proudly uses a family recipe that has been passed down generations to create one of its most well-known menu items the Quesotaco. This will be the first brick and mortar location, located in The Village, next to Cinemark Theatres.

The Churro Company – The Churro Company specializes handcrafted churros, made from scratch. The Churros are covered with a variety of glazes (such as chocolate, white chocolate, cookie butter and more), and toppings (such as almond crunch, cookies & cream, sprinkles, fruity pebbles and more). The churros can also be paired with ice cream made at the BYU Creamery. The Churro Company will be located on the west end of the shopping center, next door to Midici, The Neapolitan Pizza Company.

Chubby’s Neighborhood Cafe – This is Chubby’s Cafe seventh restaurant location; each one is family owned and operated. Established in 2010 in Pleasant Grove, it has quickly become a Utah County staple. Known for home-grown flavors, a laid back atmosphere and friendly customer service, Chubby’s is a unique fast casual restaurant, that offers a wide variety of American dining favorites, with a slight southern twist. Located at The Village, near Cinemark Theatre and by the new Red Tacos, Chubby’s is expected to open by late summer. For more information, please visit https://www.chubbyscafeut.com/.

Following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, masks and social distancing are strongly recommended when shopping at University Place. For updates regarding COVID-19 guidelines and store hours, please visit https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/.

About University Place
Opening in the early 1970’s in Orem, Utah, University Place (formerly University Mall) is a 120-acre development in the midst of a $500 million revitalization. In addition to first class retail offerings, University Place is now home to upscale residential, Class-A office and high-quality green space. University Place was first developed and is still owned and operated by Woodbury Corporation, a 100-year-old, 4th generation family-run 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 https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/. For more information about Woodbury Corporation, visit https://www.woodburycorp.com/.

Press Contact:
Amanda Butterfield
A_butterfield@woodburycorp.com
801-440-9837

OREM, Utah (April 6, 2021) – University Place, a 120-acre mixed-use development, today announced the opening of Sephora in the shopping center. This is the first stand-alone Sephora store in Utah County.

“Sephora has been one of our most sought after stores and we are thrilled to finally add them to our retail mix,” said Randy Woodbury, CEO and president of Woodbury Corporation. “Sephora’s extensive assortment of products, already popular throughout the Utah, will now be conveniently available to Utah County shoppers in this beautiful new store.”

Located in more than 5,000 square feet, Sephora is located at the south entrance of the shopping center, just opposite Cold Stone Creamery. The new store features both an interior and exterior shopping center entrance.

Since its debut in North America over 20 years ago, Sephora has been a leader in prestige omni-retail with the purpose of creating an inviting beauty shopping experience and inspiring fearlessness in its community. The Sephora retail concept is rooted in presenting clients with the most curated product assortment featuring over 400 brands, an innovative store design and expertly trained beauty advisors.

About University Place
Opening in the early 1970’s in Orem, Utah, University Place (formerly University Mall) is a 120-acre development in the midst of a $500 million revitalization. In addition to first class retail offerings, University Place is now home to upscale residential, Class-A office and high-quality green space. University Place was first developed and is still owned and operated by Woodbury Corporation, a 100-year-old, 4^th generation family-run 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 https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/. For more information about Woodbury Corporation, visit http://www.woodburycorp.com/.

About Sephora Americas 

For more information, visit: Sephora and follow @Sephora on social media.  For media inquiries, please visit our Sephora newsroom or email pr@sephora.com.

Press Contact:
Amanda Butterfield
A_butterfield@woodburycorp.com
801-440-9837

• First Utah County Presence For Many Of The Stores
• Update on Lululemon, Another Recently Opened Store

OREM, Utah (October 13, 2020) – University Place, a 120-acre mixed-use development, today announced the addition of five new stores to the shopping center, which include Cotopaxi, DM Fashion, Bronxton, Barber League and Lisa’s Passion For Popcorn.

“For many of these businesses, this is the first store located in Utah County, enabling their online customers a chance to experience the brand and product in person without having to drive north,” said Randy Woodbury, CEO and president of Woodbury Corporation. “At University Place our focus is to offer customers a new and unique experience every time they visit — whether they are here to live, work, shop, dine or participate in one of our many events.”

Each new store will be opening during the fourth quarter of this year, giving shoppers in Utah County and beyond more options and a greater shopping experience, at a convenient time as the holiday season approaches.

“We couldn’t be more excited to open up our newest Cotopaxi store at University Place,” said Davis Smith, founder and CEO of Cotopaxi. “Cotopaxi’s earliest roots are in the Provo/Orem area where we laid the groundwork for our brand. BYU and UVU students were our earliest supporters and brand evangelists.”

Below is more information on each store that either has, or will soon be opening its doors:

• Cotopaxi – Founded by a Brigham Young University alumni, Cotopaxi is an outdoor gear brand and Benefit Corporation with a social mission. With four storefronts and a strong ecommerce platform, and employing over 80 staff members, Cotopaxi offers conscious customers responsibly designed apparel and gear whose sales support the mission to alleviate poverty. Through the Cotopaxi Foundation, the company has awarded more than 60 traceable grants to vetted organizations on the front lines of addressing poverty.

  Within the University Place shopping center, Cotopaxi is located next to Forever XXI. For more information please visit https://www.cotopaxi.com.

• DM Fashion – Also known as Diviine Modestee, DM Fashion has been sold at Costco’s for nearly a decade, and this is the first store inside a shopping center. The brand was founded and is run by a local mother and her three daughters who hand pick and design every piece of clothing and swimwear for women and juniors, with an eye for fashion and modesty. Recently, DM Fashion launched a new sister missionary line, called MCO, which will be available at University Place.

  DM Fashion is located across from Carter’s/OshKosh B’gosh. For more information please visit https://dmfashion.com/.

• Bronxton – This is the fourth store for Bronxton and first in Utah County, and is proud to offer many eco-friendly options in its fashion line. The store will feature men’s and women’s surf-style clothing from major brands like Billabong and RVCA, and a Bronxton line of shirts, pants, outerwear and accessories including its best-selling Bronxton+ cologne. Every item made under the Bronxton label is designed by local Utah artists and many are actually made in Utah.

  Bronxton is located next to Cotopaxi, across from the Disney Store. For more information please visit https://www.bronxton.com/.

• Barber League – Providing services found at a traditional barber shop such as hot lather shaves, pompadours, fades and beard trims, Barber League also offers haircuts to women and children. Providing a fun, positive team environment for employees translates into a great experience for customers.

  Barber League is located next to Cold Stone Creamery. For more information please visit https://www.barberleague.com/.

• Lisa’s Passion For Popcorn – Since 1984, this Utah family-owned and operated business has been offering gourmet popcorn with flavors for every season. Boasting 25 unique flavors including pumpkin spice, white chocolate, sugar cookie, jalapeno cheddar and more, Lisa’s Passion For Popcorn prides themselves in being the ultimate destination for specialty treats around the holidays.

  Lisa’s Passion for Popcorn is located across from Carter’s/OshKosh B’gosh, and next to Claire’s Boutique. For more information please visit http://lisapassionforpopcorn.com/.

University Place recently welcomed Lululemon to the shopping center as well, and is pleased to report the store has exceeded its monthly projected plans, often as much as 200% above goal. Due to popularity, starting September 28^th the store implemented Buy Online Pick Up in Store (BOPIS). Shoppers can now order items online or with the Lululemon app, select to pick-up the items at the University Place location, the store will then process the order and have the items ready to be picked-up in the front of the store.

Lululemon is located next to the Disney Store, and across from H&M.

For more information on University Place, including a full list of stores, restaurants and events happening, please visit  https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/.

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About University Place
Opening in the early 1970s in Orem, Utah, University Place (formerly University Mall) is a 120-acre development in the midst of a $500 million revitalization. In addition to first class retail offerings, University Place is now home to upscale residential, Class-A office and high-quality green space. University Place was first developed and is still owned and operated by Woodbury Corporation, a 100 year old, 4^th generation family-run 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 https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/. For more information about Woodbury Corporation, visit http://www.woodburycorp.com/.

Press Contact:
Amanda Butterfield
801-440-9837

• Both new and traditional events have been adjusted to follow safety guidelines regarding COVID-19

OREM, Utah (October 06, 2020) – University Place, a mixed-use development, today released its 2020 schedule of family-friendly holiday events for the community.

Holiday festivities began October 1 with a pumpkin arch in The Orchard, University Place’s outdoor community gathering space, continuing through the end of December with both new and traditional events. Each event was planned following the current guidelines from the local health department regarding the current pandemic.

Note, some annual events have been cancelled this year due to COVID. Please refer to the below schedule of events, and this webpage for more information https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/:

Mural
Thursday, October 1 – Friday October 9
Only the second large mural in the city of Orem, come and watch as artist Joseph Toney creates a custom piece of art on the north exterior wall of the Al’s Sporting Goods building. The artwork includes very large osprey and trout, and an abstract view of the Timpanogos ridgeline. This commissioned piece of art is sponsored by the outdoor companies Vortex Optics and Yeti.

Pumpkin Arch
Thursday, October 1 – Saturday, October 31
New this year, throughout the entire month of October enjoy a pumpkin arch display. Over 750 foam pumpkins, all unique and carved by hand, will be lit every evening in October during shopping center hours at The Orchard. See if you can find the six special pumpkins hidden in the arch.

Pet Costume Contest – Virtual
Tuesday, October 6 – Tuesday, October 13
This year’s Pet Costume Contest will be held virtually on University Places Facebook page.  First place wins a $250 University Place gift card.  Winners will be announced on Wednesday, October 14 on Facebook.

Pumpkin Week
Monday, October 12 – Saturday, October 17
All week the Straw Bale Maze will be open during shopping center hours in The Orchard.

• Monday 12: Pumpkin Putt with 97.1 ZHT, 5:00-7:00 p.m.  Come and see if you can get a hole-in-one and win a prize. You could win a $200 gift card to University Place.
• Tuesday 13: Pumpkin Bingo, 6:00 p.m.  This event is being moved from the food court, outside to The Orchard. 97.1 ZHT is the host, and winners will receive prizes. Registration is required and numbers are limited.
• Wednesday 14: Pumpkin Carving, 6:00-8:00 p.m. The best of show in the carving contest wins a $150 prize. Must bring your own pumpkin. For more details and to register visit www.universityplaceorem.com/events.
• Thursday 15: Haunted Orchard, 6:00 p.m. Come enjoy an evening of live and spooky entertainment in The Orchard. Stage shows will include a magic show, Scales & Tails, spooky storytelling and fire dancers.
• Friday 16: Scary Movie Night, 6:30 p.m. Bring your own chairs and blankets and watch “Hocus Pocus” outside in The Orchard. Popcorn provided, while supplies last.

Storybook Villains Haunted Walkthrough
Thursday, October 15, 22, 29
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
New at University Place, bring the kids to walk through classic storybooks and meet their favorite villains. Located inside the shopping center, just across from the Kids Play Place, kids will get a treat at the end. (Recommended for kids 12 years old and younger.)

Due to COVID-19 and safety concerns, there will be no trick-or-treating on October 31 at the shopping center this year.

NOVEMBER
“Wholiday” Lighting in The Orchard
Monday, November 16
6:00 p.m.
Bundle up and join us in the Orchard for a “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” themed holiday lighting. Special guests The Grinch and the Who’s from Whoville will be performing and helping turn on the lights. Treats will be served while supplies last.

Lite Brite Nite
Thursday, November 19, December 3, 10, 17
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Lite Brite Night has become a favorite holiday tradition at University Place. Running on select Thursdays beginning in November through December, come and enjoy the giant, interactive, color changing shapes inspired by the classic childhood game Lite Bright. Treats will be served while supplies last.

Santa’s Grand Arrival
Friday, November 27
9:30 a.m.
A long-standing tradition at University Place, come and welcome Santa Clause as he makes an unforgettable entrance in the parking lot in front of Tucano’s Brazilian Grill. There will be live entertainment and refreshments served while we wait for the big guy to land in his helicopter. (Subject to change due to weather.)

Please visit https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/ for times Santa will be available at the shopping center. Due to COVID-19, Santa visits will be altered this year to accommodate social distancing. Children will not get to be near Santa, but will be able to talk to him six feet away while wearing a mask, and then get photos taken in front of a green screen offering a variety of holiday scenes.

Giving Tree
Friday, November 27 – Saturday, December 12
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
The ornaments on this year’s tree will be provided by the United Way Sub for Santa, and will benefit people in the community who need extra help during this holiday season. Simply check out an ornament and bring back unwrapped gifts by December 12 to ensure delivery before Christmas.

University Place Gingerbread Competition
Monday, November 30 – Friday, December 5
10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Every year the entries for this competition get bigger and better! This year the gingerbread houses will be judged by a panel, with the first-place winner taking home $1000 in prizes! There will be prizes for second and third places winners, and new this year shoppers will get to vote on a People’s Choice Award. The gingerbread houses will be on display inside the shopping center during shopping center hours. To register a gingerbread house, please visit https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/.

Christmas Carolers
Wednesday, December 2, 9, 16, 23
4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
For the first time ever, Christmas carolers dressed in traditional festive attire will roam the halls of the University Place shopping center spreading holiday cheer through music of the season.

Live Nativity
Friday, December 4
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Returning for the fifth year in The Orchard, come and enjoy the beauty of University Place’s annual live nativity. There will be music, live animals including a camel, and refreshments while supplies last.

Santa’s & Friend’s Sing-a-Long and Storytime
Monday December 14, 15, 16
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Bring the family to sing along with Santa and his friends, and listen while Santa read’s classic holiday favorite stories. Refreshments will be served while supplies last. Tickets are required, and can be found at https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/ closer to the event date.

Due to COVID-19 and safety concerns, there will be no “Quiet Santa” at the shopping center this year.

Events are subject to change due to COVID-19 and current guidelines from the local health department and Centers for Disease Control. Masks and appropriate social distancing are required at events, and hand sanitizing stations will be available to participants.  For more details, registration information and to see the full 2020 holiday schedule, visit: https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/events/.

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About University Place
Opening in the early 1970s in Orem, Utah, University Place (formerly University Mall) is a 120-acre development in the midst of a $500 million revitalization. In addition to first class retail offerings, University Place is now home to upscale residential, Class-A office and high-quality green space. University Place was first developed and is still owned and operated by Woodbury Corporation, a 100 year old, 4^th generation family-run 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 https://live-university-place-production.pantheonsite.io/. For more information about Woodbury Corporation, visit http://www.woodburycorp.com/.

Press Contact:
Amanda Butterfield
801-440-9837