U Village Guide: 5 Female Forward Itineraries

University Village is shining a light on women’s health and wellness with a special Female Forward series taking place on property all month long. Designed to inspire and inform women at any stage in their lives, this series runs from October 1-28th and features weekly events, in-store activations at participating retailers, and opportunities to gather and connect as a community.

There’s a lot to see and do, so we’ve created 5 distinct itineraries to celebrate every age and stage of a woman’s life.

Cool Mom

October 1 - Mom and Teen Shopping Event: 10 -11 a.m. at Sephora - Learn about women-owned beauty brands such as Drunk Elephant and Saie. Check out beauty demos to achieve fall’s best beauty trends at home.

October 2 - All That Dance kids class: 2 - 4 p.m. at All That Dance - Anyone is welcome, and it’s free. Just drop in! Located at the All That Dance studio on Blakeley Street.

October 3 - FrogLegs Cooking School cookie decorating: 10 - 11 a.m. at FrogLegs Cooking School - Stop by FrogLegs Cooking School to decorate cookies and learn more about their adult and kids cooking classes.

October 4 - Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Meet the Obstetrics and Gynecology Team.

October 5 - Oiselle hosts Bras for Girls and Girls on the Run plus, Thursday Night Flight Club: 4:30-6:30 pm at Oiselle.

October 7 - Jenni Kayne hosts Takara Designs and OMO Ceramics from 11 a.m. -2 p.m.

October 10 - Lululemon Supporting Mental Health Through Movement class: in the Lululemon studio presented by Morgan Zion, Katie Herndon and Dr. Gillian Ehrlich. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Register here via Eventbrite.

October 18 - Adult Cooking Class at FrogLegs Culinary Academy - 10:30 a.m. to Noon. Whip up a good-for-you dinner that serves 4. The menu includes Greek Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Pita Bread & Tzatziki. Register here: Adult Classes

October 20 - Clare V. hosts Every Mother Counts from 2-6 p.m. Learn more about what Every Mother Counts does, and enjoy Clare V. early releases, hand-painted monograms, surprise giveaways and sips and bites.

October 20 - Fall Shopping with Friends at U Village - Participating stores include Athleta, Cotopaxi, FrogLegs Cooking School, InSpa, Village Maternity, Something Silver, Aveda, Skin Spirit, and more.

Eco-Friendly Adventurer

October 10 - Lululemon Supporting Mental Health Through Movement class: in the Lululemon studio presented by Morgan Zion, Katie Herndon and Dr. Gillian Ehrlich. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Register here via Eventbrite.

October 15 - Ravenna Gardens hosts The Mint Gardener.

October 15 - Paint and Sip After Hours: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Paint The Town. $10 deposit to reserve your spot, call now to make your reservation: 206-527-8554

October 18 - Adult Cooking Class at FrogLegs Culinary Academy - 10:30 a.m. to Noon. Whip up a good-for-you dinner that serves 4. The menu includes Greek Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Pita Bread & Tzatziki. Register here: Adult Classes

October 20 - Fall Shopping with Friends at U Village - Participating stores include Athleta, Backcountry, Cotopaxi, Marine Layer, Oiselle, and more.

October 21 - Aveda hosts Seattle Bouldering Project Yoga Class: at Aveda.

October 26 - Backcountry presents Ski Boot Fitting 101: 6 - 8 p.m. at Backcountry - Let Backcountry’s boot fit expert walk you through how to get the perfect fit.

October 28 - Vuori hosts Studio 3 Pilates Class: at Vuori - 45 minutes of mat-based Pilates. Please bring a towel, water bottle, and mat. FREE to attend.

Beauty Fan

October 1 - Mom and Teen Shopping Event: 10 -11 a.m. at Sephora - Learn about women-owned beauty brands such as Drunk Elephant and Saie. Check out beauty demos to achieve fall’s best beauty trends at home.

October 20 - Fall Shopping with Friends at U Village - Participating stores include InSpa, Seattle Sun Tan, Aveda, Kiehl’s, Skin Spirit, and more.

October 21 - Aveda hosts Seattle Bouldering Project Yoga Class: at Aveda. Details coming soon.

October 22 - Credo Beauty presents Clean Beauty 101: At Credo Beauty. All day, just drop in.

October 25 - Face Forward: a discussion for women on aesthetics used to age gracefully: 6-7 p.m. in the U Village Community Room featuring Liz Pauldine, Kayla Parisi, and Sydney Mintle. Brought to you by Skin Spirit. Light bites and beverages to follow at Piatti.

Young Professional

October 8 - Fashion Forward: A style showcase and discussion on what women are wearing now: 10 - 11 a.m. at CB2. Presented by Darcy Camden, Founder and Chief Stylist of Styled Seattle. Special guests include On-Air Personality Ellen Tailor and fashion publicist Sydney Mintle of Gossip & Glamour. Pastries and coffee to follow at Sézane.

October 10 - Lululemon Supporting Mental Health Through Movement class: in the Lululemon studio presented by Morgan Zion, Katie Herndon and Dr. Gillian Ehrlich. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Register here via Eventbrite.

October 15 - Paint and Sip After Hours: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Paint The Town. $10 deposit to reserve your spot, call now to make your reservation: 206-527-8554

October 18 - Flash Forward: An intimate discussion for women navigating “the big M” featuring Kari Gran, Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su, Dana Frank, Colette Courtion, and Ali Barrett. 6-7 p.m. at Piatti.

October 20 - Fall Shopping with Friends at U Village - Participating stores include Athleta, Jenni Kayne, Marine Layer, Oiselle, and more.

October 21 - Aveda hosts Seattle Bouldering Project Yoga Class: at Aveda. Details coming soon.

Style Sophisticate

October 7 - Jenni Kayne hosts Takara Designs and OMO Ceramics from 11 a.m. -2 p.m.

October 8 - Fashion Forward: A style showcase and discussion on what women are wearing now: 10 - 11 a.m. at CB2. Presented by Darcy Camden, Founder and Chief Stylist of Styled Seattle. Special guests include On-Air Personality Ellen Tailor and fashion publicist Sydney Mintle of Gossip & Glamour. Pastries and coffee to follow at Sézane.

October 10 - Lululemon Supporting Mental Health Through Movement class: in the Lululemon studio presented by Morgan Zion, Katie Herndon and Dr. Gillian Ehrlich. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Register here via Eventbrite.

October 11 - Moving Forward: A discussion with women on navigating the career path: 6 - 8 p.m. in the U Village Community Room featuring Liz Kang-Yates, Margot Wallen, Jennifer Shea, Rebekah Bastian, and Nicole Remy. Light bites and beverages to follow at Mr. West.

October 11 - Margaret O’Leary shopping event from 4-7 p.m. - Enjoy 20% off one MOL item, a free gift with purchase, and pink sips and sweets in-store.

October 15 - Paint and Sip After Hours: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Paint The Town. $10 deposit to reserve your spot, call now to make your reservation: 206-527-8554

October 18 - Flash Forward: An intimate discussion for women navigating “the big M” featuring Kari Gran, Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su, Dana Frank, Colette Courtion, and Ali Barrett. 6-7 p.m. at Piatti.

October 20 - Fall Shopping with Friends at U Village - Participating stores include Velvet, Reformation, Margaret O’Leary, Marine Layer, Athleta, Jenni Kayne, and more.

Event Overview

What: FEMALE FORWARD series

When: Oct. 1-28, 2023

Where: University Village 2623 University Village St. Seattle, WA 98105 

Time: Various dates/times

The last word….

This event is designed to support and empower women at every age and stage of their lives. Come celebrate with us all month long at University Village!