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GREENDALE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- On Sunday, Dec. 7, Southridge Mall will host a unique holiday event called Sensory Santa . The mall is partnering with Autism United of Wisconsin to create a calm and welcoming space for children with sensory sensitivities.

Many of the things people love about the holidays, like lights, decorations, and music, create challenges for people with sensory sensitivities. And a visit to the mall can be sensory overload.

So for a few hours Sunday morning, the mall will dim the lights, turn off the music, and give those families time and space to share in the magic of the season.

Julie Quigley is the executive director of Autism United of Wisconsin. She told us, "Sometimes we do look for all the differences but remember that they're just a kid and the par

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