Gathering of the Vibes Kicks Off Thursday

Here are some ways to spend your time on Thursday, July 25, in and around Stratford.

Technology Sandbox at the Stratford Library: Due to popular demand, the Stratford Library will continue its series of invaluable workshops designed to help adults learn about new technologies and applications currently on the market. Patrons are invited to bring their e-readers, iPods, smartphones, laptops or mobile devices for instructions on their capabilities and to discover how to download library materials for free.

Open sessions start at 2 p.m., no registration required, first-come, first-served. For further information call the library at 203.385.4164 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

Jazz Night at Stanziale's Restaurant: Stratford's own Ken Cicerale and Jim Tutunjian perform their unique brand of "Intimate Jazz" at Stanziale's Restaurant, 595 Main St., Stratford. Starts at 7 p.m. Free to listen.

Gathering of the Vibes: The 18th annual music, arts and camping festival returns once again to the water’s edge at Bridgeport, Connecticut’s 370-acre Seaside Park Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28.