Cardinal lessons: Dr. Ellen Gaynor, the oncologist and Dominican nun who cared for the late Joseph Cardinal Bernardin during his final illness, will talk about “What Cardinal Bernardin Taught Me About Dying” in a special free lecture Tuesday at St. John of the Cross Parish Center (49th Street and Wolf Road) in Western Springs. The 7:30 p.m. event is co-sponsored by St. John of the Cross Parish and St. Thomas Hospice. To register, call 630-856-7500.
Men’s alert: Lutheran General Hospital (1775 Dempster St.) in Park Ridge is hosting a free Men’s Health Awareness Night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday in Olson Auditorium. Speakers will focus on ways men can enrich their lives through relationships, work and recreation. For reservations, call 800-323-8622.
Kids stuff: YMCA Healthy Kids Day is April 12. Immunizations, blood pressure testing and nutrition classes are part of the program at 21 area Y’s. Activities include a variety of sports and family health walks. Times and events at each center will vary and there may be a nominal fee at some facilities. Call 312-280-3400 for details.
