Welcome to Kimberly Jarvis’s website, Arts + More Services, where creative strategies move ideas forward with purpose. Our work is rooted in the understanding that stories shape the brain by activating neural pathways connected to memory, emotion, and connection. By aligning communication with how the brain processes meaning, we help small businesses, nonprofits, and arts initiatives communicate clearly, design strong programs, and lead with confidence.
We focus on turning stories into lasting impact by using research‑supported practices such as multisensory engagement, narrative structure, and emotionally resonant messaging. These approaches strengthen neural encoding and support long‑term recall. Each project grows through collaboration, attentive listening, and a steady commitment to practices that enhance community connection and support sustainable growth. When people feel seen, understood, and engaged, their brains respond in ways that make transformation possible.
The Ohio Teaching Artist Roster highlights artists who demonstrate artistic excellence; the ability to integrate academic content; effective classroom management and student engagement; and strong communication with education, arts, and cultural partners. Teaching artists on this roster are vetted by an application process and are required to participate in on-going professional development to grow their teaching artist knowledge and skills, enabling them to provide high quality arts education experiences to Ohioans of all ages and abilities. The Ohio Teaching Artist Roster is a partnership between the Ohio Arts Council, Ohio Alliance for Arts Education, OhioDance, and Art Possible Ohio.
Children’s Dance Theatre believes that dance is important for all people, particularly children. Children need to know that their bodies are wonderful instruments that can help us learn and communicate – movement is good for us. The group brings 10-50 minute dance performances that are adventurous, ambitious, and thought-provoking. Performers use children’s and academic text books, music, and dance to share stories & concepts. Audiences love the benefits of artistry & creativity with presentations that are entertaining and interactive.
