Pupils were whisked off on a mountain adventure in the comfort of their classrooms when a local author brought her new book along for World Book Day.
The rock star has added a matinee concert and will now perform at Eden Court in Inverness twice on the same day.
A 90s-themed music event is set to make its Inverness debut this May, with organisers promising a night of nostalgia, energy and top entertainment.
Inverness landmarks such as Loch Ness, Leakey's Bookshop and the Ness Islands feature in a new single and video by a popular local songwriter.
Nairn is set to welcome an eclectic exhibition theatre installation co-created by the son of two well-known local creatives.
The Highland festival brings together talks, films, activities and adventures. John Davidson looks ahead to a long weekend of motivational fun
A "transformative" £2.5 million cash injection will help Eden Court "expand access to the arts", its delighted boss believes.
Around 60 per cent of the programme features trad and folk music, which are historically dominated by male performers.
Big name acts Supergrass, Tom Walker, Natasha Bedingfield, CMAT, Doctor Who star Peter Capaldi and Gok Wan among the names added to Belladrum line-up.
The 29-year-old is now based in France, working internationally as a professional opera singer.