I’m devoting most of my December blog to listing planned social activities since many of my single family members and friends shared their concerns with me about loneliness during the upcoming holidays.

For those of you who are employed, you probably have an office party you can attend but maybe no other activity. Some of my readers have lost their jobs and others who are living in a new city have few social connections.

December is a month for high expectations. We are deluged with commercials about large, warm family gatherings and holiday dinners and if that isn’t a part of our reality, we can feel deprived and depressed.

Throughout this month, I’ll be listing social activities in different cities. These events are pressure-free and are geared toward making friends. If something more develops, that would be a bonus but is not the focus.

Long Island area singles events.

New York area events without the pressure of a date.

Local events and activity guide for NYC.

A meet-up group for Catholic singles on Staten Island seeking new friends and activities.

Upcoming no pressure outdoor and indoor events and activities for Jewish singles.

Learn to ice skate at the ice rink in Rockefeller Plaza.

CANCER WOMEN are romantic, old fashioned and ultra feminine. Trust is very important with a woman of this Sun Sign and she does not give her heart lightly. Once she does make an emotional commitment, she takes a relationship seriously. And expects the same from her man!

She is generally gentle with great depth, requiring security in her relationships. If she is betrayed, it will wound her emotionally and will not be forgotten. A CANCER WOMAN is loyal and will not flirt with other men, expecting her man not to flirt with other women.

CANCER MEN are sensual and attentive and subtle in their physical approach to a woman. They tend to be generous and like to give gifts of flowers, candy and jewelry and enjoy taking their woman to nice places on dates.

Men in this Sun Sign are romantic and tend to be faithful, tender and sensitive.

A Cancer man tends to be romantic and affectionate. He is sensitive and can be counted upon to be faithful, not feeling the need for a number of women when he has one he cares about.

This Sunsign native likes to spoil the object of his affections and is protective of the woman he loves. He wants to please and will bring gifts to make his beloved happy.

The Cancer man is capable of great depth of feelings. His sensitivity can sometimes lead to hurt feelings when no hurt was intended and he tends to be jealous, since he needs to feel secure in his dating relationship.

Cancer women can hide a deep, sensual nature. They may appear on the surface like “the girl next door” as they are not usually flirtatious or forward when interested in a man. When a man is interested in a Cancer woman, he must make the first move. If she has sent him a subtle cue and he does not pick up on it, she will feel rejected and not send out another one.

Women of this Sunsign need a man who is loyal so that she does not feel vulnerable in the dating relationship. She is affectionate, sentimental and faithful in love tending to be feminine and old fashioned in her attitude toward dating.

Natives of the Cancer Sunsign are sensitive and vulnerable. While none of us like criticism, these men and women feel particularly pained by negative comments. In order to attract a Cancer, sincere compliments are a good way to draw them out of their shell. (And I do stress “sincere” since they are able to tell inappropriate flattery from warm compliments).

They usually have a soft and gentle nature and can be compassionate and helpful to friends with personal problems. Cancer natives enjoy music, art and romantic environments.

They are slow to commit and quick to become offended at imagined slights. Natives of this Sunsign have long and amazing memories and are not quick to forgive and forget.

This is the remaining half of the Sun signs and their dating compatibility with Gemini:

Gemini + Libra
Both Libra and Gemini are air signs and have a great deal in common. They are both outgoing, sociable and enjoy having a good time. They are good conversationalists and have a wide variety of interests.

They share the same experimental interests in sex and neither are jealous dating partners. Both like to travel and neither sign is argumentative.

Other than the fact that both Gemini and Libra are more inclined to spend than to save, the prospects of a long-term relationship are very positive.

Gemini + Scorpio
While there may be a strong physical attraction, other traits do not make for a good match. Gemini is flighty and flirtatious while Scorpio is intense and possessive. Gemini is fickle and changeable: Scorpio is demanding and inflexible.

Sexual attraction and compatibility are not enough for a long-term relationship.

Gemini + Sagittarius
These two Sun signs, which are opposites in the Zodiac, may have an initial sizzling attraction. Sagittarius tends to be more intellectual while Gemini is more social. They will probably have good communication since each one has many interests which they can share.
However, neither Gemini nor Sagittarius is emotional or demonstrative with affection and sex may be disappointing. Not a good prediction for more than a short affair!

Gemini + Capricorn
Not much initial attraction here between two distinct opposites. Serious-minded Capricorn craves security and needs order and routine. Gemini requires freedom, excitement and lots of stimulation. Any connection is not likely to last very long!

Gemini + Aquarius
These two Sun signs have a great deal in common. Both Gemini and Aquarius thrive on change, excitement, travel and social activities. Neither of these signs is known for being overly sensual or passionate but a long-term relationship is possible since they may truly enjoy being together.

Gemini Sun sign natives have different levels of compatibility with dating partners of all 12 Sun signs. Here are the love connections with the first six zodiac signs:

Gemini + Aries
These two signs are social, active and energetic. Both Gemini and Aries enjoy each other’s type of humor and are likely to be sexually compatible. They can have a good relationship in the bedroom and be good friends. A positive combination between them is very possible!

Gemini + Taurus
Taurus enjoys home life while Gemini seeks new experiences in various places. Taurus is more restrictive in love relationships and is apt to become jealous of Gemini’s need for variety. The early sense of mutual intrigue is not likely to last.

Gemini + Gemini
An interesting and exciting combination of two similar personalities. This relationship will never be boring as they both love parties, lots of friends and have a great deal to talk about. Sex is likely to be varied and interesting. The only possible problem is that they might burn out due to constant activity in all areas of life!

Gemini + Cancer
An early attraction between passionate Cancer and upbeat Gemini is not likely to last. Cancer is sensitive and moody and needs security while Gemini is too flirtatious to calm Cancer’s fragile ego. A long-term relationship is probably not in the cards for these two Sun signs.

Gemini + Leo
Both Gemini and Leo are playful and extroverted. Leo’s strong self confidence is able to rise above Gemini’s flirtatious nature. They both enjoy social gatherings, can be physically compatible and have a great deal of fun together. Long-term relationships are strongly possible between partners in these two Sun signs.

Gemini + Virgo
Although these two Sun signs share intellectual approaches to life, this is about the only similarity between them. Critical Virgo has an analytical nature and feels that Gemini can be tactless and superficial. No physical sparks flying and not a positive outlook here!

Some famous people with the Sun in Gemini (May 21 – June 20) are:

Marilyn Monroe
Paul McCartney
John F. Kennedy
George Bush
Rosemary Clooney
Bob Dylan
Tony Curtis
Johnny Depp
Clint Eastwood
Arthur Conan Doyle
Errol Flynn
Judy Garland
Bob Hope
Henry Kissinger
Liam Neeson
Joe Namath
Dean Martin
Gene Wilder
Donald Trump
Prince
Hank Williams, Jr.
Cole Porter

Gemini, the Twins, is the third sign of the zodiac Gemini men and women like variety and change in their life and often start things they never finish since they tend to spread their energy too thin.

Geminis like to communicate, whether it be speaking on the phone, texting, emailing or spending time on social media sites on the computer. They enjoy information and gossip and have opinions on any and all topics.

Geminis are fun to be with. They are witty, outgoing and charming. People like to spend time with Gemini friends or dating partners since they can be so entertaining and lift others out of blue moods.

This Sun sign likes travel but prefers the trip rather than arriving at the destination. He or she cherishes personal freedom and independence. Look to a Gemini to see the latest fad or trend as they are up on the most current styles and fashions.

Gemini men are fascinating to date. They are charming – and spending time with one of these men is fun and entertaining. Women are entranced by him because he is a wonderful conversationalist, a good listener and truly likes women.

He does not have a great depth of emotion and in fact, it makes him uncomfortable. However, he is often drawn to emotional women and in intrigued with their sense of drama which is so lacking in his own nature.

Sexually, Gemini men are adventurous and imaginative but are usually not fully committed as their attention span is limited. A relationship may not survive long term but it will certainly be fun!

Many men find the Gemini woman intriguing but confusing to figure out. The duality of Gemini tells us that while she imagines herself as a sensuous and intense woman, she does not have the patience to play the game of seduction.
Gemini women are changeable, restless and often fickle. In order to land one of these fascinating women, a man must be able to satisfy her on both the mental and sexual level.
Her man should be intelligent, witty and interesting. When she does fall in love, she may be jealous and possessive of her mate.

Gemini men and women appreciate partners who are verbally stimulating and know a lot about – at least – one subject. They are good conversationalists and enjoy a rousing discussion even if you both hold contradictory views.

They enjoy honesty and candor but are not interested in those who are conformists and/or conservative in attitude when it comes to morals or daily life. They like to relate to individuals who have intellectual ability but do not try to match wits with a Gemini if you are not a quick thinker as you might be cut down by the sharp Gemini tongue.

A Gemini will enjoy gossip whether it be about friends and acquaintances or celebrities. He or she also usually has a good sense of humor and enjoys a good laugh.

Geminis are highly sensitive individuals and must feel they can trust their partner. They also need to feel that they are trusted by you!