Leo -- July 23 to August 22

Love will find you in all the dark corners of the bottom bars this week. But will it be everlasting? Think before chugging and agreeing to meet your mysterious drink-buying fool on the dance floor. He could lead you down Broken-Heartsville.

Virgo -- August 23 to September 22

Libra -- September 23 to October 22

Libra, you've been a bit of a sourpuss lately. It's time to sweeten up, sugar. Head on over to Jean-Jacques Bakery to pick up a few dozen pastries and chow down. All that buttery, sugary deliciousness may weigh you down on the scale, but it'll at least give enough of a rush to help crack a smile.

Scorpio -- October 23 to November 21

The planets align this week for thy venomous one and those who try to stand in the way of your success will succumb to your mighty sting. It's like the calm of VCU campus before the rush of the college student storm. But resist the urge to strike out immediately, for you may end up hurting those you love most.

Sagittarius -- November 22 to December 21

Sorry Sag., it's still raining on your parade. But a few gallons of ice cream from Ben & Jerry's in Carytown could help ease the pain. Splurge. And then buy a membership to Gold's Gym, because a fat archer always misses the mark.

Capricorn -- December 22 to January 19

All is well that ends well, Capricorn, which means it's time to rid yourself of a certain silly situation. You've offered your support, guidance and advice but (and without resorting to your pessimistic side) you should take a stand and stick it to the man. Rejoice in your newfound independence with Karaoke Night at Sine on Thursday. Trust your gut and choose a song that leaves out the high notes.

Aquarius -- January 20 to February 18

In ancient Rome, an 'aquarius' was the engineer in charge of building and maintaining aqueducts. You literally held the fate of the republic in your hands for, without water, there would have been drought, thirst and Roman baths would not have come into being. Richmond needs you to solve our water shortage crisis, needs you to stop local officials from dumping toxic fluoride into our water supply. You won't get much credit, but doing the right thing just might save the republic from Caesar (or insert your tyrant here).

Pisces -- February 19 to March 20

This week, Pisces, you are like a shad being planked. People call it a Virginia tradition, but then they are on top of the food chain. Meantime, you get hooked, gutted, skinned and nailed down by circumstances over which you have no control. So your contribution is to sacrifice yourself so that others will be sustained. Choices? Yes, but between bad and worse. Not the week to ask for a raise, get married or play the lottery.

Aries -- March 21 to April 19

An unexpected move is in your immediate future, and the best thing you can do is prepare. It may be career or location-based, but changes are happening fast and it would be in your best interest to pick a spot in Lift to focus and plan for a few hours. And try some of their delicious coffee while you're at it to build up stamina.

Taurus -- April 20 to May 20

This week, you are a Taurus in a china shop; no matter which way you turn, things come crashing down. While that might be good if the china shop were, say, the U.S. Congress, Richmond City Hall or the Virginia legislature, in your personal life it ain't so good. Taurus, imagine you and your kind running down Broad Street instead, Richmond's version of the running of the bulls, freedom to run as fast and as far as you want. Except for all of the construction sites.

Gemini -- May 21 to June 21

This week, you're the cats meow, and it shows. From your fabulously styled hair cut from Austin's down to your pretty pedicured toes from Nesbit, you are strutting in style. But watch out for the jealous passerby. He or she is ruthless and may corner you on a dark corner of Broad.

Cancer -- June 22 to July 22