Kicking off Thursday, June 17th there will be a few options to start tapping your toes.  The Lerner Theatre will host a free concert with performance by Truth in Jazz Big Band from 7:00PM – 8:00PM.  At the Wellfield Botanic Garden, David Hilliker Trio will start at 7:00PM followed by the Dave Bennett Quartet Groovin’ in the Garden until 10:00PM.  You can buy entry through the Wellfield in advance, at the gate, or admission is included with proof of purchase of Elkhart Jazz Festival (just show your ticket, day pass, or receipt).