WheelAries: The planet thatrules Aries is Mars. Itenters Aquarius on the 4thand conjuncts Jupiter onthe 11th. This offers thepotential to expand yourof Lightchanges that are oriented to new, liberating 3/21-4/199/23-10/22states of consciousness and patterns ofwww.starwatcher.comRio OleskyFebruary 2009Jupiter is the archetype of expansion.It can expand attitudinally, being positive,enthusiastic and joyful. It can suggestexpansion in terms of opportunities. Andit can bring expansion to the mind throughacademic as well as spiritual learning.Jupiter transits through each sign inabout 12 months. Last month, on January5, Jupiter entered Aquarius, where it willremain until January 2010.Aquarius has been called the sign ofhumanity. It represents the desire to reachout to everyone and perceive all of us aspart of the human family. It is inventiveand inspiring and prefers to be on thecutting edge of change. Yet, for all of itstendency to be inclusive, it is also one ofthe most independent of the signs. TheAquarian paradox is the challenge to beopen and friendly while maintaining asense of individuality.Another paradox is that Aquarius isco-ruled by Saturn and Uranus. In its loweroctave influence, the Saturnine influenceindicates a tendency to be controlling. TheUranian influence can be detached andaloof. The combination can cause Aquariusto have an „above it all‰ attitude.In a more centered way, Uranuscan provide a big picture, conceptualunderstanding to what is, and aninspiration of what could be. Saturnprovides the discipline and structureto actually embody what could be arevolutionary concept.The influence of Jupiter in Aquarius,therefore, could have the followingmanifestations. If we are centered, wecould feel ourselves inspired to break outof old patterns of thinking and behaving.We could change by being open to differentkinds of people and experiences than weever have been. We could relate morereadily to new forms of technology and beready for new techniques of consciousnessdevelopment.If we are off-center, we could getcarried away with too much enthusiasmfor new ideas or social situations andget overextended. We could relate toothers so idealistically that our potentialfor fulfillment or satisfaction in thosesituations is minimized. Alternatively, wecould get carried away with our concept ofthe way things are or should be and relateto anyone with a different mind set in ademeaning or reductive way.Any of the patterns come into veryhigh and clear focus in mid-month, asMars moves into a conjunction with Jupiterfrom approximately the 11th -24th. Thisaspect will provide more drive, energy anda sense of independence to the enthusiasmof Jupiter. It could also bring more courageor willingness to take risks and makebehavior. One of the challenges at that timeis to not get carried away with too muchtheory or idealism. This aspect could alsobring a sense and attitude of entitlementthat actually limits, rather than liberates.Meanwhile, the co-rulers of Aquarius,Saturn and Uranus, remain in opposition toeach other all month. This aspect began inSeptember and will continue until Marchand returning again from late Augustthrough mid October. As mentioned inprevious columns, this aspect representsthe classic conflict between the traditional,conservative, authoritarian elements oflife with those that are more progressiveand innovative. Saturn is the box of rulesand regulations we are supposed tofollow. Aquarius is always outside thatbox, looking at life through the lens ofthe outsider, the rebel. This month, withthis aspect complimented by Jupiter andMars, these forces could become morecontentious or even bombastic. Some olderastrology books refer to the Mars-Jupiterconjunction as productive of tremendousanger or rage.A way to avoid the downside potentialof these influences is by integrating theirvarious energies in a cohesive way inwhich neither neither the old nor thenew elements of your life dominate at theexpense of the other. Certainly the forcesof change have the upper hand here. Butit is not time to forget about the old andtime honored just to start somethingunencumbered by our past. In fact, byincluding the wisdom of experience inthe equation of strategic change, we aremore likely to be successful in whateverchanges we make.In the chart of the United States, Jupiteris transiting the second house. Amongother things, this area of life experiencedeals with resources and assets andthe way in which we use them to creatematerial security. Jupiter in this area cancreate a positive, even abundant flowof resources. In the face of numerableaspects that suggest a very dark time forus economically, this is one transit thatsuggests otherwise. It provides energy toutilize our collective resources in waysthat coincide with our traditional valuesof thrift and financial self-reliance. It alsooffers the possibility of expanding theflow of income throughout the country.This could come from expanding ourinvestment in technology (Aquarius) andspecifically, technology that is orientedto things such as clean energy andenvironmental health. However, the senseof entitlement referred to above could alsoexpand our recent history of greed andcontinue the economic downturn bothfor families and the government. It willbe interesting to see how this energy willbe utilized as the year unfolds.40 - www.westcountygazette.com - 1/15/09life socially. This is a goodtime to initiate either new relationships ornew elements in pre-existing ones. Yourconfidence, enthusiasm and willingnessto take risks are very strong this month.Growth comes from integrating thesequalities into your life in ways that enhancethe relationships, not your own sense of self.Taurus: This is a timeto foc u s on h a r mony.This could be t hroughrelationships, the arts or evenspending time on personal4/20-5/20appearance. Growth comesfrom avoiding emotionalextremes. Becoming obsessively attachedto a person, feelings about that person,or to the state or nature of a relationshiplimits the potential for harmony. Similarly,seeking to avoid closeness altogetherprevents any opportunity to connect in adeep, meaningful way.Gemini: This is a goodtime to undertake a newstudy, take a trip or sharewhat you know with others.The sharing could take the5/21-6/20form of writing as well asspeaking. Teaching couldalso prove exciting to you,inspiring to others. Your mind is ultrainventive, but the challenge is to not get socarried away with the ideas that they don‚tmanifest in practical ways.Cancer: The full Moonon the 9th will be a lunareclipse. The bad news aboutthis is that we usually feel apeak of energy and clarity6/21-7/22at the time of the full Moonwhich is often minimizedwith the eclipse. The good news is thatthere could be insights and inspiration thatmanifest spontaneously and that pertain toconsciousness development, compassionrelating to others or creative expression.Leo: Early month couldb r i n g t h e d e s i r e f o rincreased alone time. Thiscould be spent in creativeexpression or pursuing a7/23-8/22spiritual discipline. Midmonthbrings physical andsocial energy and lots of joyful enthusiasmabout your life both now and in the future.Growth comes from using these influencesin ways that both enhance your own senseof individuality as well as provide supportand encouragement to others.Virgo: This is a good time tolearn new work-related skillsor to refine and improveold ones. Learning moreabout health maintenance8/23-9/22or actually implementinga new health care regimenis also supported. It could also be a goodtime to hire new employees. Growth comesfrom avoiding worry that comes fromhaving either idealistic expectations abouta situation or getting over extended andfearing you can‚t honor commitments.Libra: Relationship is invery high focus for youthis month. This is a goodtime to either start a newrelationship or to initiatean element or behavior intoa pre-existing one. Growthcomes from maintaining your sense of self,and equanimity. When the emotions getintense, which they could in early month.This is a good time to work on being moreemotionally open and honest in yourprimary relationship.Scorpio: A mont ho f e x t r e m e s . O n einfluence involves socialactiv it ies, espec iallywith family, neighbors10/23-11/21or good friends. Growthcomes from relating inthoughtful, harmoniousways even when the energies get intense.Simultaneously you may feel moreexpansive toward your family in newways. You could be open to making, eveninitiating, domestic changes that enableeveryone in the family to feel more seenand accepted.Sagittarius: Jupiter isyour ruling planet and itstransit through Aquariusshould feel comfortableto you. Like Aquarius,11/22-12/21Sag it tarius is h ighlyindependent. They arealso similar in their embrace of the bigpicture. Growth for you this year comesfrom being more outgoing socially, evenwilling to take certain risks in that area. Atthe same time, learn to be more acceptingand inclusive of others, especially withdifferent points of view.Capricorn: The energythis month could pullyou inward. You couldfocus either on creating amore pleasant relationship12/22-1/19with yourself or a moreharmonious interactionwith your family. Or both. The challengesare not being too self-critical or trying torun the show by being excessively criticalof others. Growth comes from being selfacceptingeven as you strive to changeelements of yourself that you don‚t like.Aquarius: Jupiter‚stransit through Aquariusthis year should increaseyo u r s e l f- c o n f ide n c eas well as producing a1/20-2/18positive outlook on yourlife both now and into thefuture. This transit could also impel youto new experiences, some social and somepertaining to consciousness development.Taking some classes, writing or committingmore time to spiritual pursuits are realisticways of taking advantage of Jupiter inAquarius.Pisces: The new Moonin Pisces on the 24thprovides a significantopportunity to focusinward. This could help2/19-3/20enhance your spiritualpath or even enable youto work through and release old emotionalbaggage left over from past relationships.Pay attention to your dreams and anyprofound intuitive insights you have justprior to the new Moon. The informationcontained therein could prove enlightening.
MeetingsJan 15 ~ Russian River RedevelopmentOversight Committee (RRROC) ~ ThirdThursday of each month at 6:00 pm. Oddmonths: Veteran’s Hall, 1st & Church,Guerneville. Even months: Monte Rio CommunityCenter, 20488 Hwy 116, Monte Rio~ www.microbulletinboard.com/schedulesJan 21 ~ Forestville Historical Society ~Meetings the third Wednesday of everymonth. 7:00 pm in the Conference Roomof the Forestville School Library, Highway116 at Travis Rd., Forestville ~ Ron Davis,707-823-2921 ~ www.sonic.net/forestvilleJan 27 ~ Salmon Creek <strong>Water</strong>shed CouncilMeeting ~ fourth Tuesday of each month at6:30pm. Black Oak Room, at Salmon CreekSchool, 1935 Bohemian Hwy. Occidental ~David Shatkin, dshatkin@sonic.netFeb 5, 19 ~ PRMD Planning CommissionMeetings ~ first & third Thursday of eachmonth. 1:00 pm at Permit & Resource ManagementDepartment Hearing Room, 2550Ventura Ave, Santa Rosa ~ www.sonomacounty.org/prmdFeb 4 ~ Forestville Chamber of Commerce~ first Wednesday of every month. 5:30 pmat Food for Thought, 6550 Railroad Ave,Forestville ~ 707-887-1111 ~ www.forestvillechamber.orgFeb 5 ~ In Home Support Services ~ Caregivers’support meeting the first Thursdayof every month. 4:30 pm at the GuernevilleRegional Library, 14107 Armstrong WoodsRd ~ www.sonomacounty-ihsspa.orgFeb 7 ~ AGV <strong>Water</strong>shed Council Meeting~ first Saturday of every month, 10-12 noon.Info & location, Jean Redus, 707-823-2006 ~www.atascaderogreenvalleywatershed.netFeb 9 ~ Russian River Interfaith Coalition(RRIC) ~ Monthly on second Monday. 6:30pm at St Hubert’s Hall, 4th St & 5th Street,Guerneville ~ 707-865-1200 ~ www.microbulletinboard.com/IC/index.htmFeb 10 ~ Bodega Volunteer Fire DepartmentBoard Meetings ~ 2nd Tuesday of eachmonth, 7:30 pm at McCaughey Hall, Bodega~ www.bodegafire.orgFeb 10 ~ Russian River Historical Society~ Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of everyMonth at 6:30. Anyone who is interested isinvited! Russian River Historical SocietyRoom at the Monte Rio Community Center,20488 Highway 116, Monte Rio ~ www.russianriverhistory.orgFeb 11 ~ Progressive Democrats SonomaCounty ~ Visitors and New Members arewelcome at our meeting on the 2nd Wednesdayof each month. 6:00 pm, arrive, orderfood, socialize; meeting begins 6:30 pm atFrench Garden Restaurant, 8050 BodegaAvenue, Sebastopol ~ www.pdsonoma.orgTuesdays ~ Noon Toastmasters ~ growand excel in communication and leadership.All are welcome. 11:30 am at the Center forSpiritual Living, 2075 Occidental Road,Santa Rosa ~ 707-836-8876 ~ www.toastmasters.orgTuesdays ~ Russian River Rotary ~ Serviceabove Self. 6:30 pm at Highland Dell Lodge,21050 River Blvd., Monte Rio ~ 707-869-0808~ www.russianriverrotary.orgPEACE VIGILRemembering lives lostIn the Iraq WarFRIDAY EVENINGS, 6:30PMForestville United Methodist Church6550 Covey Road, ForestvilleInfo: Katherine Best-Smith 887-2020ResourcesAl-Anon ~ Support to friends and familiesof alcoholics dealing with the problemsof alcohol abuse. Two on-going and wellestablishedmeetings in Guerneville. Mondays,7:30 pm and Saturdays, 9:15 am at theRussian River Senior Center, back room,15010 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville~ 24-hour Information Line , 707-575-6760Clutterers Anonymous ~ offering help tothe true clutterer, who is overwhelmed bydisorder. Every second Friday, 2:00 to 4:00pm at City Life Fellowship Building, 2425Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa ~ Ann, 707-569-9808 ~ www.clutterersanonymous.netCo-Dependents Anonymous ~ CODA isan anonymous meeting for people whowant to improve the quality of their relationships.Meeting held on Thursdays,7:00-8:00 pm at the Russian River CommunitySenior Center, 15010 ArmstrongWoods Rd, GuernevilleDisability Services & Legal Center(DSLC) ~ a non-profit agency establishedto advance the rights of persons with disabilitiesto equal justice, access, opportunityand participation in our communities.980 Hopper Ave., Santa Rosa ~ 707-528-2745 (voice) or 707-528-2151 (TTY) ~ www.cri-dove.orgElder Financial Protection Network(EFPN) ~ works to prevent financial abuseof elders through innovative partnershipsthat build public awareness, drive communityoutreach and provide professionaltraining. To report suspected elder abuse,call toll free 1-888-436-3600 (24 hours). Reportsof suspected abuse are kept strictlyconfidential ~ www.bewiseonline.orgFamily Service Agency ~ Do you or yourfamily need counseling but can’t afford it?Family Service Agency therapists offer helpfor everyone: children, adolescents, adults,couples and families. $30 per session. Assistanceavailable. Mon-Fri, 9:00 am to 8:00pm at 751 Lombardi Court, Suite C, SantaRosa (off Sebastopol Rd near Stony PointRd) ~ 707-545-4551 x210 (English) or x209(Español) ~ www.familyservicesonoma.orgHospice House ~ Food for your mind, body& spirit! An evening of conversation andinformation over light snacks and coffee.Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm at Hospice ofPetaluma, 416 Payran St., Petaluma ~ 707-778-6242 ~ www.memorialhospice.org/hospice_petaluma.aspxRiver to Coast Children’s Services (RCCS)~ Serving west Sonoma County with childcare assistance (families & providers),Kindergym & Infantgym, car safety seatprogram, family counseling. 16300 1st St.,Guerneville ~ 707-869-3613 ~ www.rccservices.orgRussian River Empowerment Center ~A mental health and wellness, consumerdriven, drop-in center offering supportgroups, peer counseling, creative activities,referrals and a safe community environment.Free and confidential membership.A West County Community Services project.Hours: Tue-Wed-Thu 11:30-5:30, & Fri11:30-6:30. 16229 Third Street, off ArmstrongWoods Road, Guerneville ~ 707-604-7264 ~www.westcountyservices.orgTeen Clinic ~ Pregnancy testing & counseling,birth control choices, sexuallytransmitted disease testing and treatment,emergency contraception, free condoms.Teen staff, relaxed atmosphere, snacks. Freeand confidential. No appointment needed!Mon, Tues, & Thurs 2:30-5:30 pm at CASA,6570 1st St., Forestville ~ 707-887-0427 ~www.wchealth.orgUnited Against Sexual Assault ~ UASAfacilitates healing and promotes the preventionof violence by providing counseling,advocacy, intervention, and education. 835Piner Road, Suite D, Santa Rosa ~ Business:707-545-7270 ~ 24/7 Crisis Line: 707-545-7273~ www.uasasonoma.orgVeterans’ Group ~ A group for all Veteransin West Sonoma County. To receive notifications,call Fred, 707-869-2948, or email yourcontact info to johnnyu00@hotmail.comWatchers of Weight (WOW) ~ Support forhealthy eating & weight loss goals. Membership$10/Weekly meeting $5. Wednesdays,5:30 pm at the Monte Rio CommunityCenter, 20488 Highway 116, Monte Rio ~707-865-9956 ~ www.mrrpd.orgWomen’s Alcoholics Anonymous ~ Mondaysat 7:30pm at the Russian River SeniorCenter, 15010 Armstrong Woods Road,Guerneville ~ AA Hotline 544-1300SONOMACOUNTYCALENDARON-LINE:Log on to:www.westcountygazette.comALL MONTH LONGcomplete withGoogle maps!February 12Issue Deadline:Feb. 21/15/09 - www.westcountygazette.com - 41
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