Laskiainen Festival Attracts Young Entrepreneur

Local entrepreneurs and craftsmen of all ages came out to take part in the annual Laskiainen Festival Sunday.

13-year-old Matthew Elser took advantage of the bigger crowds to showcase and sell his homemade bird feeders.

“I’ve sold out almost every time. I bring anywhere from nine to 26 — and this is the most I’ve brought. And I have these left.” Elser said.

Elser says his business keeps growing and he’s hoping to attend more festivals in the future.