Peggy Allison is the author of The Fundamentals of Astrology: A Comprehensive Guide for the Beginner. She is a professional astrologer who lives on St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and prepares personal astrological charts. Contact her at 340-774-2932, 340-513-3755, or through her e-mail.

ARIES (March 20-April 20)

Saturn enters Libra today, where it will remain until October 5, 2012. Libra’s scales give you balance. Should you get a little fired up today, it’s the sun squaring off with Mars. Mars is your ruling planet. Keep your temper in check. Bring a little balance to the situation by trying to understand the other person’s point of view. Saturn in your house of relationships will teach you the value of compromise. On Saturday, it’s happy Halloween. The moon winks at the red planet. Mercury, the messenger of the gods, opens your line of communication. It’s a good week to chat with your banker, the tax man or other folks in the business world. Take advantage.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

It’s time to be sociable. Mercury, the messenger, is in Scorpio. Secrets could be revealed. Play it cool with family members today. Mars may fire conversations up a bit. Some people may appear a little controlling. Get out of the bullpen on Saturday. Head for a Halloween party. Most of you will have to set your clocks back an hour when daylight-saving time ends Sunday morning. Your sign is host to a full moon Monday. Emotions flow with new and full moons.

GEMINI (May 20-June 20)

Saturn takes a major journey into Libra today, taking up residence in your house of fun, love and luck. Saturn will remain in your sister air sign for the next two and a half years. Saturn last visited Libra on September 22, 1980. Time to show your creativity. Saturday is time to party. Happy Halloween. Play it cool Sunday evening and Monday. Avoid arguments with siblings. Save your energy. You don’t have to share your power. Full moon Monday in Taurus. Other people may come off a little bullheaded. This could be your time to chat. And Wednesday could be your time to learn new things when Neptune moves forward.

CANCER (June 20-July 22)

Full moon Monday. It may make you feel emotional this weekend. Remember, you are a water sign, and you are ruled by the moon. Lots of stuff happening this week. Today, Saturn moves to Libra, where he will take up residence for the next two and a half years. Saturn teaches us to get organized. You will have an opportunity to build a solid foundation around your home and family life. Take time out Saturday to celebrate Halloween. Daylight-saving time ends Sunday. Mars is in the financial sector of your chart reminding you to keep an eye on your spending.

LEO (July 22-Aug. 22)

Lots of activity on your agenda, little kitty. It starts today when Saturn moves to Libra to spend the next two and a half years. Saturn, the teacher of the zodiac, the planet of restrictions, will give all you a lesson in finance. For those of you who learn your lessons, this will be a significant turning point. You will be rewarded for all your hard work. This will not occur overnight, but Saturn does give rewards. Saturn can bring more structure to your creative efforts. Mars sends energy to help your communications move smoothly. Full moon on Monday. The folks in authority may be a little antsy.

VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

Saturn exits your sign today. For the past two and a half years, Saturn has taught you to get organized. Saturn visits every 28-30 years. He is the old man, the teacher of the zodiac. I know you have felt restricted. The door is open for the rewards to begin to flow. Secrets could be revealed. Saturday is Halloween. Party time. Most of you will be rolling your clocks back on Sunday. If you feel emotional, it’s the full moon coming up Monday in your fellow earth sign, Taurus. Neptune goes direct Wednesday, and it’s time to talk about your dreams. This is your week to communicate.

LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Saturn moves to your sign today. He will take up residence for the next two and a half years. Saturn teaches important lessons. He teaches you to get organized. Saturn teaches responsibility. He visits a sign every 28-30 years. Saturn gives rewards for hard work. Find your Venus costume Saturday and head for a party as Halloween launches the holiday season. Set your clocks back Sunday. Full moon in Taurus on Monday. Some people may appear a little antsy. Be polite. Stay out of arguments. Trust your feelings. Don’t get bogged down with too many facts. Neptune moves direct Wednesday. Show your creativity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

Happy birthday. With the sun and Mercury in your sign, your verbal skills take center stage. Your career also is in the spotlight, thanks to Mars in your house of career. Life outside the home area gets attention for the rest of the year. Saturn moves to Libra today. It has been 29 years since Saturn visited this section of your chart. This brings more responsibilities and lessons to be learned. Put your faith in your work, and Saturn will reward you for what you accomplish. On Saturday, dress up as your favorite detective and join a Halloween party. If you feel emotional, chill out. It’s the full moon Monday in Taurus. Play it cool in the relationship department.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Saturn moves to Libra today. Saturn will remain in Libra for the next two and a half years. Here is where you will reconcile long-term goals. While the sun and Mercury visit Scorpio, it’s a good time to work behind the scenes. Don’t share all your dreams. You could hear a secret. Sunday is not the time to share your higher knowledge. Saturday is Halloween. Full moon Monday in Taurus. The people in your daily work department may be a little emotional. Choose your words carefully to avoid conflict. Sweet dreams on Wednesday when Neptune moves forward. This shift could turn your ideas into action in the days ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)

Saturn travels into Libra today. Saturn is your ruling planet. You are the worker of the zodiac. Saturn in Libra brings business opportunities. Here is where you take on more responsibility and you are recognized for the hard work you have done. Enjoy a Halloween party Saturday. On Sunday, remember to set your clocks back. Full moon in Taurus on Monday. Keep things simple, on a practical path. The bulls may be a little restless. Talk to your Scorpio friends about your ideas. This is their birthday month. Venus in Libra provides support from people in authority.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19)

The sun and Mercury in Scorpio highlight your career. Today, Saturn moves to Libra, where he will reside for the next two and a half years. The sun strengthens your position to accept a higher-profile job, and Mercury, the messenger, helps you communicate with peers and bosses. Saturn brings more responsibility. Saturday is Halloween. Pull out one of your unique costumes and head for the party. Many of you must set your clocks back an hour Sunday. Full moon in Taurus on Monday. The folks on the home front may be a little emotional. Chill out when you are dealing with family members.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Saturn moves to Libra. Here is where Saturn will take up residence for the next two and a half years. Saturn is a teacher, and he teaches you responsibility and how nice it is to get organized. Saturn’s lesson for you is how to bring more balance to your relationships. You may learn to balance your financial affairs with others. Mars sends energy to your daily work. Take a little time out for fun on Saturday. Pull out your fish suit and go to a Halloween party. It’s time to chill out. Full moon Monday. That’s why you fill a little emotional.