Sheryl Crow opens for Dalai Lama on Feb. 21

The Grammy-winning pop-folk chanteuse Sheryl Crow will open the first large-scale public address that His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has given since 2006. The celebration of peace and song will launch Whole Child International’s global initiative to raise awareness of the emotional needs of vulnerable children. Gibson Amphitheatre, 100 Universal Terrace Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Sun. $30-$205. (818) 622-4440. www.citywalkhollywood.com.