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It’s your turn to energize and recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. You attract people and fortunate circumstances. Venus paves the way for friendships and warm partnerships. Since Venus is all about fun and pleasure, you’ll want to get away on a vacation and party! This is the time to look in the mirror and assess your image. What can you do to look better? You will go after what you want. Good time for physical exercise. (“Hut two, three, four!”)

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Two different influences are at play this month. The Sun, Venus

and Mars are hiding in your chart, which makes you want to be

low-key and work behind the scenes or work alone. You’re hatch-

ing secret plans. Indeed, the coming month is an excellent time to

strategize what you want your new year (birthday to birthday) to

be. Why not write down some goals? Jupiter boosts your confi-

dence and draws people and resources to you plus deepens the

spiritual dimension of your life.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This month is about groups and friends. Accept invitations,

join clubs and schmooze with everyone. Study your friends

because they are a reflection of who you are. Don’t be afraid

to be yourself. Work with others because team efforts will

pay off. Competition with someone is likely (could be sports

competitions). Meanwhile, a friend might become a lover.

Talk about your future goals to others because they can

help you. Jupiter will soon enter your sign heralding a

fantastic year ahead!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A bundle of planets is at the top of your chart acting like a

spotlight on you. People notice you! Furthermore, this lighting

is flattering, so everyone thinks you’re the cat’s meow. Mars

arouses your ambition making you want to achieve; it also

makes you independent! You’re not a team player now, you

want to be your own boss and you want credit for what you

do. Meanwhile, fair Venus might attract someone older or

richer to you in a romantic sense. “Lighting is everything.”

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Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You’re attracted to the arts and beautiful places this month. Satisfy your interest in beauty by visiting beautiful parks. Drive or hike through pristine nature. Visit museums, art galleries and gorgeous architectural buildings. Study the handicrafts and artwork of other cultures. You might even strike up a romance with someone who is “different.” You have lots of energy to learn new things and meet people from other cultures. You want to grab life by the throat because you don’t want anything to pass you by. Travel will delight you. “All aboard!”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

The Sun, Venus and Mars now heighten your interest in shared property, inheritances and anything you own jointly with others, which is why you’ll focus on taxes and debt. You want to reduce debt, but you might dispute the ownership of something or the boundaries of shared property. Others might be generous to you. For sure, your sex drive is pumped! Sexual relationships that are intense will attract you. Meanwhile, your desire to travel is still there and you continue to have opportunities to explore in publishing, the media, medicine and the law.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Life is going to be getting better when Jupiter enters Cancer (your fellow water sign) at the end of June to stay for a year. This is highly fortunate for you. Meanwhile, you’re dealing with three planets opposing your sign: the Sun, Venus and Mars drawing your focus on partnerships and close friendships. The Sun and Venus will warm these friendships and even attract new ones, but Mars creates problems, disputes and competition. Oh well. Be honest with friends. Lay your cards on the table. You have a strong year ahead.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

After enjoying a playful vacation, you’re ready to get better organized. It’s time. In fact, you’re on such a kick, you want to turn over a new leaf to organize your home and personal life as well as your job and you’re your health! This is why you’re jogging, biking, hiking and pumping iron. Romance with a co-worker plus disputes are likely. Something is almost completed and you feel impatient to see it done. You take great pride in whatever you accomplish now, and you want the credit! Romance and love affairs are blessed. Go do that voodoo that you do so well.

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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

A delightful month ahead promises a chance to get out and have a good time. You want the freedom to express yourself and do your own thing. You feel lighter and more playful. In fact, many will be involved with chil-dren. Grab every chance to enjoy the arts or express your own creative talents. One reason you’re happy is romantic relationships are favoured. Your sex drive is strong. You’re relaxed and feel no need to pretend to be what you are not. Sports (especially competitive) will amuse you. You want to kick up your heels, flirt and have fun!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Home, family, and real-estate matters are your focus now. Some will cocoon at home, others will be redecorate or renovate. Visiting guests might also be why there’s increased activity and chaos at home. Family squabbles might break out. Yet, ironically, good feelings within the family abound as well. Relations with parents will be challenging. (That frustrat-ing family roller coaster.) Ah yes, your hard drive is full and your server is slow but real-estate opportunities look good.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

All this hustle and bustle has arrived because the pace of your days is accelerating with short trips, To Do lists, increased reading and writing and interaction with siblings. You’re singing “On the Road Again.” You’re talking to everyone because you need to communicate. Expect to notice the beauty is in your daily surroundings plus love and affection. (This is all revealing, like a little epiphany about your everyday world.) It makes you want to share your views with others.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This month activates financial matters, cash flow and your possessions. This month you will try to organize, maintain and repair things to estab-lish better control over your life through what you own. On top of this, you will have the power to attract money to you. (Yes!) This means you will buy beautiful treasures, perhaps something you want to show off. Your focus on money and possessions might be so strong that you will argue with others but you will defend your values.

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Sweet Dreams Decadent Dessert CarnivalLocation: Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre

Date: May 3rd, 2012 Time: 6:00pmMore Info: Live Music, Cash Bar, Desserts, Silent Auction, Face Painting, Tarot Card Readings & Games for the Whole FamilyPrice: Adults $50, Children 10 & Under $25, Children 3 & Under FreeContact: 780-791-7900

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Ever After Bridal ShowLocation: Quality Inn & Conference Centre

Date: May 5th, 2013Time: 12:00pm – 6:00pm Price: $15More Info: 7 fashion shows, licensed lounge, entertainment, silent auction, bridal vendorsContact: 780-880-9771

Northern Insights – Bill CosbyLocation: Fort McMurray Public Library

Date: May 8th, 2013

Time: Doors Open 5:30pm, Starts 6:30pm

Price: $49

More Info: Expand the mind, capture the imagination

Contact: northern-insights.ca

An Evening With Shaun MajumderLocation: Keyano Theatre

Date: May 12th, 2013

Time: 7:30pmMore Info: You may have seen Shaun in shows like Just for Laughs and This Hour has 22 MinutesPrice: $48Contact: Phone: (780) 791-4990www.keyano.ca/theatre

Heart of Wood Buffalo Leadership AwardsLocation: Suncor Energy Centre for the Performing Arts at Holy Trinity High School

Date: May 23rdTime: 7:00pmPrice: $30More Info: Honouring the achievements of nonprofit leaders, philanthropists and community organizations that embody the spirit of community innovation, capacity building and leadership. Contact: 780-791-0079www.heartofwoodbuffalo.ca

Charity Jam and Silent AuctionLocation: MacDonald Island Park (Miskanaw Ballroom)

Date: May 3rd, 2012 Time: 7:30pmMore Info: an evening of fun and entertainment as local musicians perform a variety of music to suit all tastes. There will be door prizes, a silent auction, draws & more! All pro-ceeds go to support the programs and services our local Canadian Mental Health Association offers in the community!Price: $10Contact: Phone: (780) 743-1053

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Celebrate Spring with AlohaLocation: Keyano Theatre

Date: May 25th, 2013Time: 2:00pmMore Info: 2 wonderful and exciting forms of dance in one show!Price: $15Contact: Phone: (780) 791-4990www.keyano.ca/theatre

Mi Dance Academy Presents EncoreLocation: Keyano Theatre

Date: Friday, May 31st at 6pmSaturday, June 1st at 1pmSaturday, June 1st at 6pmPrice: Adults $25More Info: The students of Mi Dance Academy at MacDonald Island Park invite you to join them as they present their annual year end recital “Encore”Contact: Phone: (780) 791-4990www.keyano.ca/theatre

Generation Dance Studio Presents Passport to DanceLocation: Keyano Theatre

Date: Thursday, June 6th at 6pmFriday, June 7th at 6pmSaturday, June 8th at 2pmPrice: $35More Info: This year Generation Dance is bringing a wonderful production titled “Passport to Dance.” Let Generation Dance take you on a journey with their year-end recital. Get your ticket today and be amazed as Fort McMurray’s most talented dancers hit the stage!Contact: Phone: (780) 791-4990 www.keyano.ca/theatre

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Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta and Syncrude are pleased to acknowledge the amazing women who make the Regional Munici-pality of Wood Buffalo a great place to live, work and raise families.

The Women of Inspiration (WOI) series, presented by Syncrude, honours women who have contributed countless efforts to our communities, and have inspired other women and girls to embody the Girls Inc. mantra of ‘Strong, Smart & Bold’. The Wom-en of Inspiration series not only recognizes women who inspire others and help to create positive change, it also shows local girls positive role models who live here in the Wood Buffalo region.

Women of Inspiration Celebration

June 1st 2013 For further information and tickets, please visit

www.girlsincofnorthernalberta.org or contact the Girls Inc. office at 780-790-9236.