Communications skills are essential to establishing and maintaining positive relationships in every area of life. That's the premise behind the fourth in a series of free LifeForward workshops for local women sponsored by Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley.

The upcoming free workshop is scheduled 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, in the Valencia Library Community Room.

Panelists for the April 4 workshop include Ed Redd, a parent educator and certified anger management professional, and Judith Cassis, C.Ht., a clinical hypnotherapist and success coach.

All workshops are free and will be held on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Valencia Library, 23743 W. Valencia Blvd. Space is limited and child care is not available. RSVP by calling (661) 252-9351.