Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT today (12 noon to 1:30 p.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Taurus into Gemini.

Happy Birthday for Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024:

You are naturally curious, and you have an excellent memory. You are expressive and convincing. You are always charming. This is the beginning of a new nine-year cycle, bringing new beginnings, adventure and major changes in your life. Keep alert for new opportunities! Prepare for leadership.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19)
★★★★
Discussions with partners and close friends will be lively today because you have lots of energy! In particular, you might have fresh, new ideas about how to make money or how to use something that you already own in a clever, new way. Oh yes, you’re resourceful! Tonight: Busy.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)
★★★★
Today begins with the Moon in your sign lined up with unpredictable Uranus and dancing with big daddy Pluto. This means you will feel restless, impulsive and excited about new ideas. Whatever you decide to go after, you will do with great determination! In fact, this is why you will get a lot done. Tonight: Check your belongings.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)
★★★
Today has so many creative possibilities for you! It’s a wonderful day for artists, musicians and writers. You will see new applications for things or new uses and new ways to express your ideas. Your mind will be free from its usual restrictions, which is why you’re thinking outside the box. Tonight: You win!

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)
★★★
A friend or a member of a group might surprise you today. For starters, you might have an intense discussion with someone. Meanwhile, your focus on home and family continues to be primary. Either way, you’ll get a lot done today because Mars in your sign boosts your energy! Tonight: Solitude.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)
★★★
Stay light on your feet. Dealings with parents, bosses and the police are unpredictable today. Things could go either way. But whatever happens, people will be direct and forceful. (Oh yeah.) Family discussions, home repairs and redecorating projects look good. Tonight: Friendships.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
★★★
Travel plans will likely change today. They might be delayed or canceled, or you might suddenly have to travel when you didn’t expect to do so. Be careful of controversial discussions; they’ll be intense. Meanwhile, enlist the help of others, especially groups, to get things done. Tonight: You’re admired.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
★★★
Intense discussions about shared property, taxes, debt and inheritances might take place today. If so, check all details, including banking matters. Something unexpected could impact these areas. Meanwhile, you have moneymaking ideas today! Plus, you might shop for pretty things. (Check the Moon Alert.) Tonight: Explore!

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
★★★
Discussions with others are intense today. For starters, Mercury is in your sign, which means you have something to say. However, a close friend, partner or spouse might surprise you. (Looks like they have something to say as well.) Tonight: Check your finances.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
★★★
Today some kind of surprise could impact your job, your health or even your pet. (Be vigilant.) One possibility is that you might learn or discover a way to improve your health or, possibly, improve your job. Whatever the case, keep an open mind. Tonight: Cooperate.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
★★★★
Parents should be extra vigilant today, because this is a potentially accident-prone day for your kids. Therefore, keep your eyes open. Be alert! Incidentally, this same accident-prone influence will apply to sports. However, this is also a wonderful, creative productive day — so many possibilities! Tonight: Work.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★★
Your home routine will be interrupted today. A small appliance might break down or a minor breakage could occur. Someone unexpected could knock on your door. Be smart. Stock the fridge so that you’re ready for anything. Stay focused and be productive. Tonight: Socialize!

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★
Pay attention to everything you say and do. This is an accident-prone day for your sign. Having said this, it’s a mentally bright, clever and original day for you because your mind is free-floating. You can see new ways of doing things! Tonight: Relax.