For Monday, Aug. 20:

This year you become a host to the unexpected. Your life develops an exciting and surprising tone. If you are single, you could attract quite a group of wannabe suitors. If you are attached, your significant other will feel most indulged, though you must remain in touch with his or her needs.

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 know how to work well with others, yet you prefer to remain the dominating influence. You might believe a situation is evolving in this same manner. Tonight: Sort through the possibilities, then decide.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• Pace yourself, and try not to react to a somewhat surprising event or piece of news. Give yourself time to adjust. Tonight: Your treat.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• Allow your imagination to infuse relationships and events with more excitement or intrigue. You tend to add interest and a new dimension to any project. Tonight: Add more fun to a situation.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• You could see a personal matter quite differently from others — so much so that you might feel unsure of certain past judgments. In the next few weeks, you could revisit past decisions and choose to change them. Tonight: Happily head home.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Listen well, and understand what is going on behind someone’s words. You grasp more than you are willing to deal with right now. Tonight: Talk up a storm.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••• Be sensitive to your budget. You might want to deal with a loved one differently. Tonight: Maintain your budget.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• You are all smiles. The unexpected excitement that a quirky friend generates helps keep your interest. Tonight: As you like.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Realize what is going on behind the scenes. What is being expressed openly might be hiding a different agenda or problem. Tonight: Not to be found.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• You are in a position to transform or walk away from a difficult situation. A meeting could prove to be instrumental. Tonight: Find your pals.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Take charge, and understand that others might be slightly resentful or envious of your leadership abilities. Be gracious, and do not cop an attitude. Tonight: In the limelight.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• Reach out for someone at a distance. The unexpected plays a role in your plans. Tonight: Act on some fun idea that has been on the back burner.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• A partnership or several key relationships dominate your plans and ideas. You could be overwhelmed by everything you have to do. Tonight: Indulge a roommate or family member.