Culture | Oct. 2026
NEWSWORTHY: OCTOBER 2026
By Dustin O’Regan
THE NORTH SHORE BY SHERIDAN ROAD
PRE-ORDER NOW: A 300-page celebration of the North Shore, its extraordinary architecture, landscapes, cultural institutions, beaches, and remarkable residents. With stunning photography throughout, The North Shore by Sheridan Road captures the beauty and spirit of the communities we call home. Created by Dustin O’Regan and Sarah Elder Lyons. Limited first printing. For more information and to reserve your copy, visit thenorthshorebook.com.
A MONARCH TAKES FLIGHT AT NIGHT OF 1,000 JACK-O’-LANTERNS
A striking new work of art will illuminate this year’s Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Highland Park artist Alyse Gamson’s 20-foot Monarch Skull transforms the iconic butterfly into a monumental, illuminated sculpture that explores themes of transformation, resilience, and the fleeting beauty of the natural world. The installation joins a dazzling display of hand-carved pumpkin artistry, including giant 150-pound pumpkins celebrating everything from Halloween favorites and comic book icons to native Illinois wildlife, Día de los Muertos traditions, and 150 years of Cubs baseball, along with live carving demonstrations and costumed entertainers. The family-friendly Halloween experience offers just the right amount of fright. Don’t let this enchanting experience fly away—book your tickets now. For more information, visit chicagobotanic.org/halloween.
SKIN-TASTIC
Sherak® is a biotechnology-driven luxury skin-care brand founded by pharmaceutical chemist and former Fortune 10 executive Jennifer Sherak, who brings more than 30 years of experience developing biotech therapies for complex medical needs. Built on the belief that women over 40 deserve skin-care backed by true scientific rigor, every formula is personally developed by Sherak. At the core of the line is the proprietary Pentapeptide Matrix™, a biotech-derived complex of biomimetic peptides, amino acids, flavonoids, ATP, and niacinamide designed to target aging at the cellular level, delivering five times the peptide concentration of many leading luxury brands. For more information, visit sherakskin.com.
A CHÂTEAU FOR ALL SEASONS
Internationally acclaimed interior designer Juan Pablo Molyneux brings his signature blend of grandeur, wit, and timeless sophistication to Château de Pouy, his restored twelfth-century estate in the French countryside. Featured in Juan Pablo Molyneux: A Château for All Seasons, the home reflects the designer’s fearless approach to intertwining history with modern sensibility. Set amid 32 acres of parkland, the château has been transformed into both a deeply personal residence and a showcase of Molyneux’s celebrated aesthetic. Rich with pattern, artistry, and impeccable detail, each room balances opulence with restraint, proving that classicism need not feel conventional. More than simply a restoration, Château de Pouy stands as a living expression of Molyneux’s enduring vision—where centuries of history meet vibrant contemporary life. Photography by ©Mattia Aquila from Juan Pablo Molyneux, Flammarion. For more information, visit rizzoliusa.com.
