For Saturday, Aug. 4:

You often feel as if you have too much on your plate. A key person, or persons, in your life will be there to pitch in. If you are single, you will long for a relationship that has meaning. If you are attached, the two of you bond more tightly together.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

•••• You have a lot to consider before you take off to make a purchase. When you’re with others, make sure to keep much of this process to yourself. Tonight: Hang out.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Join your friends as soon as possible. Much is going on around you. Tonight: Your treat.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• Your optimism and upbeat attitude help others get past a problem. Still, you might need to take the lead in a key situation. Tonight: Try not to go to extremes.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• You could be pushed to your limit with so many thoughts and so much to do. Once you detach, you will understand exactly what is needed and how to do it. Tonight: You might need a break from the here-and-now.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Others want you to join them. Whether watching a sport or participating in one, you’ll enjoy yourself. Tonight: Having fun wherever you are.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Others seem to want to lure you away from whatever you are doing. Handle your responsibilities before you touch base with an older relative, friend or boss. Tonight: Sort through invitations.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• It seems important to handle a project or complete a task around your home before you take off. Whether you’re on a picnic or taking a drive to a favorite area, you lose yourself outside your normal setting and come back invigorated. Tonight: Make it different.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Allow your creativity to emerge when dealing with a fun project involving a partner. Together, you’ll come up with a unique concept that delights many people. Tonight: Let your hair down.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• You might feel pressured to set aside your plans in order to do something for a partner or a close family member. You could be taken aback by how much your company is desired. Tonight: Having a ball.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• You speak your mind even when you’re just chatting with a casual acquaintance. You have a way of presenting your ideas so that the other person receives the full, blunt meaning. Tonight: Till the wee hours.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• You cannot seem to find any reason not to go to extremes and overindulge a bit. You are full of spirit and get-up-and-go. Tonight: Whatever suits your pleasure.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••••• You might be pushing the line with family members or roommates without realizing it. Not everyone is as clear as you are. Tonight: Your call.