SB 318 by Senator Ron Calderon (D-Montebello) provides procedures for the forfeiting of property acquired through the crime of dogfighting and AB 242 by Assemblymember Pedro Nava (D-Santa Barbara) imposes stricter penalties on those found guilty of attending dog fights.

“Organized dogfighting is a horrible and inhumane crime that brings cruel violence to our neighborhoods,” said Schwarzenegger. “These bills will increase the punishment for spectators at dog fights and will allow our law enforcement officials to confiscate the profits of this illegal activity.”

SB 318 provides mandatory forfeiture procedures of property and profits acquired by organizers and participants through organized dogfighting. The bill states that the prosecuting agency in any dogfighting crime must file a petition for forfeiture.

AB 242 increases the penalty for being or intending to be a spectator at a dog fight from a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in a county jail to imprisonment in a county jail not to exceed one year, or by a fine not to exceed $5,000, or by both.

In 2006, the governor signed SB 1349 increasing the penalty for causing any animal to fight with another animal.

Paul Bannick, an award-winning nature and bird photographer from Seattle and author of the book “The Owl and the Woodpecker,” will lecture and present his stunning photographs.

The event is free and open to the public, starting at 7 p.m.

Bannick’s stunning photographic studies are a visual journey to enjoy the 41 North American species of owls and woodpeckers, relates Redbud Audubon president, Marilyn Waits.

The Soper-Reese Community Theatre is located at 275 S. Main St., Lakeport.

For more information about the Redbud Audubon Society, go to www.redbudaudubon.org .

Kamp K9 is a fun-filled weekend of activities for you and your dog.

The initial Kamp K9 will be held the weekend of Nov. 6 through 8.

You will arrive to a cheese and wine reception and the no-host Saketini Bar will be open. Dinner will be a campfire mixer with hot dog, hamburgers and the ever popular, s'mores.

Saturday will begin with a continental breakfast and then the dogs and their owners, will head out for a hike and swim at Lake Mendocino. Box lunches will be provided.

Saturday afternoon activities will include kayaking and swimming with your dogs. The evening will round out with a sunset cruise and a barbecue chicken dinner. The weekend will finish up with a Champagne brunch and a final chance to spend time with other dog lovers.

This all-inclusive weekend starts at $249, double occupancy. Space is limited so sign up today to spend an unforgettable weekend with us.

For more information on Kamp K9 call The Lodge at Blue Lakes at 707-275-2181 or visit their Web site at www.TheLodgeAtBlueLakes.com .

The Friendly Visitor Program of Lake County is a fantastic option, especially now, when so many state programs have lost their funding.

You will visit homebound, lonely or isolated seniors in their homes. You'll help bring “some of the outside in” by letting seniors know what is going on in around the lake, reminiscing about “whatever,” playing cards, helping them write letters or finding resources to assist them.

If you are interested in being a part of this most needed and rewarding service, please phone 707-995-1417 for an application and information regarding our orientation program.

Also, if you would like to refer yourself, a family member or someone else for this service, please phone Gwen Snyder at 707-995-1417 and she will return you call. This is a free service.

SACRAMENTO – Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed AB 91 by Assemblymember Mike Feuer (D-Los Angeles) which creates an ignition interlock device pilot program in four counties for every vehicle owned or operated by a first-time driving under the influence (DUI) offender.

The governor also signed SB 598 by Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) allowing repeat DUI offenders to apply for a restricted license if they install an ignition interlock device on their vehicles. The ignition interlock device, an instrument that is installed to a motor vehicle’s dashboard, tests a person’s blood alcohol concentration before the vehicle’s motor can be started.

“I took action and signed these bills because we must do everything we can to ensure the public’s safety on the road,” said Schwarzenegger. “By installing ignition interlock devices we are making it harder for DUI offenders to get behind the wheel while intoxicated and we are working to save innocent lives.”

The following bills have been signed into law:

• AB 91 by Assemblymember Mike Feuer (D-Los Angeles) to create a Department of Motor Vehicles pilot project mandating the installation of an ignition interlock device on every vehicle owned or operated by a first-time DUI offender in Alameda, Los Angeles, Sacramento and Tulare counties.

• SB 598 by Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) to allow a repeat DUI offender to apply for a restricted license, if he or she voluntarily installs ignition interlock devices on all of his or her vehicles.

HIDDEN VALLEY LAKE – Hidden Valley Pet Palace will host its second annual pet costume party on Halloween this Saturday, Oct. 31.

The event will begin at 1 p.m.

Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. Everyone is welcome.

For more information call the store at 707-987-1981.

Hidden Valley Pet Palace is located at 18983 Hartmann Road, Middletown.