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Alzheimer's support group meets

The Alzheimer's Association Support Group, sponsored by the Barrington Area Council on Aging, will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday in the Eastlake Dining Room at the Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane. Various presenters will discuss the pros and cons of different options in home health care.

Registration requested for first-time participants. Free. (847) 381-5030.

Dog walk/run helps Buddy Foundation

The Palatine Jaycees will host the third annual K9-3K Dog Walk/Run at 10 a.m. May 18th at the Twin Lakes Recreational Center in Palatine.

The fundraiser benefits Arlington Heights-based Buddy Foundation, an all-volunteer organization building a no-kill shelter.

Registration is $25 for adults and $15 for children and senior citizens and an additional $5 after May 12. Forms are available at www.thebuddyfoundation.org, Whole Foods, Petco and many vet offices. (847) 604-0288 or palatinejaycees.org.

Job Fair and Expo in Streamwood

Hanover Township Youth and Family Services, along with the Bartlett Chamber of Commerce, Hanover Park Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Streamwood Chamber of Commerce, will hold a Job Fair and Expo from 5-8 p.m. May 21 at Tefft Middle School, 1100 Shirley Ave., Streamwood. All ages are welcome to attend this free expo which includes local companies recruiting for staff and showcasing their businesses along with community business networking. Bring a resume. For information, call (630) 483-5799 or (630) 540-9085. hanover-township.org.