Nouveau Christmas played Santa to hundreds of area kids, families

The 4th annual Nouveau holiday toy drive took place at the Cascade Family Skating rink Monday, December 18, 2023. More than 5,000 toys were distributed to children and their families. Photo by Donnell Suggs/The Atlanta Voice The Jonesboro Majestic Marching Band made its way off the quartet of school buses parked next door to Cascade Family Skating on a cool Monday evening. A long line of parents, grandparents, and children waiting outside watched as the band, fresh off a trip to New York City and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, warmed up with a couple of Christmas classics. Asked why the band was miles away from Clayton County on the first Monday of Christmas break, Jonesboro High School Director of Bands Lynel Goodwin said, “Because we understand the responsibility that we have that comes with the huge platform we have. We know we have to give back to the community whenever we can.” The Jonesboro High School Majestic Marching Band made an appearance. Photo by Donnell Suggs/The Atlanta Voice The 4th annual Nouveau holiday toy drive brought a large crowd to the popular skating rink with a week to go before Christmas Day. Hosted by Nouveau owner Ebony Austin, the...