WELCOME TO KAT LANE'S ASTROCAST, A WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE FORECAST THAT HELPS YOU PLAN BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON.

KAT'S OVERVIEW FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 28

To find out the Cosmic Climate for each day, click on the sign links in the overview below or the sign buttons that follow it. Remember, the Cosmic Climate affects us all, regardless of what sign we happen to be. New to the AstroCast? Check out How It Works.

Make Haste
MONDAY’s super-active Virgo Moon will be further animated by a super-peppy Mars, making it an excellent day to roll up your sleeves and get. stuff. done. As the efficiency expert of the Zodiac, Virgo is loath to waste time and the red planet always makes haste. Their combined influence can sweep you up in a whirlwind of efficiency, enabling you to streamline activities and devise more effective ways of accomplishing your work. Just remember that Mercury is still Retrograde and focus your efforts on projects that are already underway. Do make the most of all this industry, because there’s an unproductive day-and-a-half Void Moon midweek. After putting in a long, rewarding day, this satisfied Moon clocks out and goes Void, at 8:52p, for the rest of the night. (Read all about the dos and don’ts of the Void Moon here.)

Reconnect
When the Moon’s in Libra, we tend to be a little more indecisive and a lot more compromising. But not on TUESDAY. That’s because this genial Moon will be supported by a host of favorable aspects. With the Sun bolstering confidence and Mercury fostering positive social interactions, this would be an excellent time for reconnecting with former associates, pitching ideas and closing deals. There’s also a resolute Pluto that will instill plenty of backbone. If you’ve been wavering on a decision or trying to negotiate a better contract, you’ll have the fortitude to take a stance and stand your ground. But be prepared to be swept off your feet, come evening. That’s when a swashbuckling Jupiter excites Libra’s more romantic aspirations, making Tuesday the best date night this week!

All-Day Void Moon Alert!
It would be easy to blame WEDNESDAY’s malaise entirely on Mercury’s Retrograde, but don’t count out the effect of an all-day Void Moon. Depending on your outlook, this could be exasperating or surprisingly enjoyable! If you’ve got a flight to catch or major presentation to deliver, it’s the former; if you're looking for a chance to slack off or play hooky, it’s the latter. This cosmic-sanctioned timeout will provide plenty of cover (in the form of delays, cancellations and general confusion), to help you escape detection. In either case, the good news is you have advance notice and can plan, or not plan, accordingly. Remember, Void Moons aren’t bad, just unpredictable. They can even be inspirational. Brainstorming and experimentation during these periods can deliver surprising insights.

Storm Watch
That Void Moon extends until into midafternoon on THURSDAY, so you might want to designate this time for routine tasks, follow-ups and getting organized. At 1:25p, the Moon enters Scorpio and gets caught in a maelstrom with a turbulent Pluto. This roiling cauldron can foment a charged emotional atmosphere, in which old resentments emerge with new fury. How you handle, or manage to dodge, looming altercations could impact how your day goes. Thankfully, this acutely insightful Moon will enhance your “spidey senses,” which should help you evade any worst-case scenarios and get through the day unscathed. Then you can funnel this powerful surge of initiative and grit to overcome obstacles and propel even the most challenging project across the finish line.
FRIDAY’s Scorpio Moon has to contend with a capricious Venus squaring off with both Saturn and Neptune. You’ll want to be extra cautious in all your dealings, but especially those related to love and money, which are Venus’s domain. I’m not saying your finances will go bust or that your love life will erupt in jealous rages, only that the possibility exists. I am saying, though, that this is not the day to gamble with your wallet or your heart, despite an overpowering compulsion to do so. At first glance, it might seem a favorable Jupiter aspect would offset any ill effects. But, unfortunately, excessive Jupiter is more likely to encourage Venus’s euphoria and extravagance. Stay vigilant.

WEEKEND FORECAST
SATURDAY’s Scorpio Moon will be enlivened by an invigorating Mars. This onrush of brio needs an outlet or it can dissipate into churlishness and petty bickering. Sports, like tennis or golf, or even a competitive game of volleyball could be just the thing to help you make the most of all this vim and vigor. And yes, sex counts too. After all, Scorpio is one very passionate sign.
The good times continue to roll on SUNDAY, when the Moon blasts into exuberant Sagittarius. Because this Moon will be abetted in its quest for fun and adventure by a whole gang of planets, this would be a great day to gather your pals, kick up your heels and pull out all the stops. Enjoy it!