Third Ear Project is a local enterprise that offers classes and workshops in compassionate communication. It strives to improve the quality of dialogue and connection among individuals, organizations and communities on the Olympic Peninsula.

The classes have been offered in Port Townsend for two and a half years, helping hundreds of people and many local businesses and schools.

Classes are coming to Sequim.

Third Ear Project has been accepted as a partner of the Life Long Learning Center at Fort Worden State Park in Port Townsend. The course has been extended from six to eight weeks without increasing the class fee.

The first course in Sequim starts April 22, meeting from 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays at a location to be announced.

The courses are 25 hours, which includes a practice day and the eight Wednesday evenings.

The cost is $225 before April 10 and $250 after.

For details or to register, call 360-385-5929 or visit www.thirdearproject.com .