Kringle Kottage to host soft opening celebration

LAKE GEORGE | A touch of Christmas magic is arriving early in Lake George. On Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 4:30 p.m. The K. Kringle Foundation, in partnership with the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & CVB and Fort William Henry, will celebrate the official ribbon cutting and soft launch of Kringle Kottage, Santa's cozy home-away-from-home, located at 46 Canada St. on the historic grounds of Fort William Henry. Kringle Kottage is a thoughtfully designed cabin offering a sensory-friendly holiday experience, inviting neurodivergent children and adults to meet Santa in a calm, personalized, and welcoming space. From its frosted windows and softly twinkling lights to the gentle motion of a holiday train, every detail has been crafted to capture the wonder of Christmas in an atmosphere of comfort, care, and joy. The official opening of Kringle Kottage will take place on Friday, Nov. 21, running approximately 4:30 to 6 p.m., with a line-up of speakers that includes Lake George Mayor Ray Perry and other community notables. The official ribbon cutting begins at 4:45 p.m. and will feature the first lighting of Kringle Kottage. From 5 to 6 p.m., refreshments, raffles and tours of the Kottage will entertain visitors, who are also welcome to enjoy cookies, hot cocoa, and a cash bar provided by Fort William Henry. Funds raised through a series of raffles will be used to support future programming. CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY AND INCLUSION Roger Allan, Founder of the K. Kringle Foundation and known to many as Adirondack Santa, shared the heart behind the project. "Kringle Kottage was created from the heart — to make sure every child and adult has the chance to experience the wonder of Christmas in a way that feels comfortable and magical for them. We're proud to bring this dream to life right here in Lake George." Sam Luciano, president and general manager of Fort William Henry Hotel, added, "We're honored to host Kringle Kottage on the Fort William Henry grounds. It's more than a cabin — it's a symbol of kindness, inclusivity, and the spirit that defines Lake George, especially during the holidays." Families who wish can make appointments by visiting www.kringlekottage.org. Public visiting hours during the holiday season will be held Friday and Saturday evenings (5–8 p.m.) and Dec. 21–23 (5–8 p.m.), when all are welcome to stop by and soak in the spirit of the season.

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