The National Conference of Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog and Kare-9 Military Comfort Dog Ministries was held Friday, July 29, at the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook Hotel.

Following the presentation of the colors by the Glenview American Legion Post, the Arlingtones, an a cappella chorus, sang The Star-Spangled Banner followed by several other patriotic songs.

The chorus will perform at a similar event Aug. 22 to honor the military dogs and their handlers.

For details about the Arlingtones, visit singingdoberman@aol.com or jkastens@comcast.net.

For information about the dog programs, visit www.lutherancharities.org.