A baby born today has a Sun in Aries and a Moon in Pisces.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, April 9, 2021:
Inventive, ardent and outrageous, broaden your horizons by thinking outside the box. This year, you strengthen how you communicate through the spoken and written word. Present your ideas clearly and convincingly, and there is no telling where it will lead. Superficial friendships fall by the wayside, while those who stood by you will be invaluable allies. If single, a whirlwind romance grabs you. If attached, renew your vows. GEMINI is unpredictable.

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)

Revisit past missteps. Learn from your experience and make positive changes. In your spare time, go all out for a cause you believe in. It will take you away from yourself and into the hearts of others. Tonight: Weekend countdown.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Curiosity about obscure subjects prevents you from being bored. Drum up the nerve and contact someone you admire but do not know personally. Be patient if you do not get an immediate response. Tonight: Ask a friend for an objective opinion.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Learn about a new technique you can pass on to your work or volunteer team. Get to know each other better on a personal level. That will improve your ability to compromise and negotiate. Tonight: Playtime with children and grandchildren.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You might be asked to mentor someone in a skill you’ve perfected. Rise to the occasion, even if you are unsure of yourself. You may have an aptitude for teaching that you can apply in the future. Tonight: Work up a sweat.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

A joint financial arrangement may start to bear fruit, or a new opportunity may appear from out of the blue. The signs are there, so trust in its growth potential. Turn a pipe dream into a surefire business. Tonight: Dinner for two.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Give someone you love the upper hand, or you may lock horns with no end in sight. Play your cards right, and you will get what you need. Take charge of weekend plans. Tonight: Shop online for a birthday present.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Assist someone with work that you can do in the blink of an eye. Your actions will stand out when you ask for a favor in return. Roll out a mat and practice yoga poses. Tonight: Reserve tickets to an event.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Don’t be shy about your talent. Show off a creative accomplishment. The feedback will inspire you to continue in that direction. Children or grandchildren may introduce you to a new musical genre. Show your enthusiasm whether real or not. Tonight: Online games.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Things may not go according to plan, starting with a delayed early appointment. A family gathering may go south as well. Approach the day with humor, and you will be above the fray. Tonight: Continue to look up ancestral roots.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your love of learning will bring you a new sense of purpose. Borrow or purchase books, reference materials and webinars that enhance your knowledge. Dream about immersion into another culture, either abroad or in your own country. Tonight: Bake cookies.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Demand the most for yourself, and everything you want will come your way. Wear brighter colors, soften the tone of your voice, and think before you speak. Transform your attitude and the way others see you. Tonight: Talk to siblings or cousins.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

A presentation you prepared could put you on edge. Give yourself enough time to make last-minute changes. Practice relaxation techniques and recite positive affirmations. Make this part of your daily routine. Passion for your material will come through. Tonight: Reward yourself.

Born today: Publisher Hugh Hefner (1926), actor Dennis Quaid (1954), singer Jackie Evancho (2000)