It’s a stellar lineup of local entertainment. Also on the bill are Henry Kapono, Jeff Peterson and Jerry Santos.

Michael McDonald, the former Doobie Brother and a frequent visitor to the islands, is the headliner. The closing performance will be by Halau Hula Olana.

According to the program, Gov. Neil Abercrombie is scheduled to make remarks on behalf of the state. In his office, he has a photo of the Dalai Lama; he is also known to read from his many writings.

—Chad Blair

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