Greylock Federal Celebrates First Class of Wealth Ambassadors

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — This spring, Greylock Federal Credit Union held a ceremony to celebrate the first class of its Wealth Ambassador Program, a months-long youth-centered financial literacy program.
 
The 2026 class of Wealth Ambassadors included 16 individuals ranging in age from 11 to 19. The event, which was attended by several ambassadors, their relatives, members of Greylock's leadership team and Board of Directors, marked the culmination of the program that began in September 2025 and ended this past May.
 
The program, developed to expand the ambassadors' knowledge around financial literacy and deepen their connection to the Credit Union, included a blend of online and in-person sessions throughout the year. Participation required a Greylock membership and submission of an application outlining why financial literacy is important.
 
For their commitment to the program, participants received a stipend and letter of commendation.
 
"Being a Wealth Ambassador is about having the financial knowledge and tools to be able to carve out the life that you want," said Roberta McCulloch-Dews, Vice President, Marketing, who oversees the program and worked in collaboration with Greylock's financial wellness team. "I'm proud to know that this first class was eager to learn how to make good decisions with their money, and we look forward to welcoming the second cohort this fall."
 
Lucy Grant, a student at Wahconah Regional High School, was one of the participants and said the Wealth Ambassadors program made an impact on her life. 
 
"It's definitely made me feel like I know more than most people my age in terms of how to save money, how to build credit, which I think is really valuable," she said. "If someone asked me if they should do the Greylock Wealth Ambassador Program, I would 100% tell them yes, of course, because it's education. You'll meet amazing people. It's information that will carry you through your life, and it's so valuable." 
 
The program can accommodate up to 20 participants up to the age of 22. Applications for the 2026-27 class are now available here: greylock.org/wa

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Weekend Outlook: Juneteenth and Pride Celebration

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

Check out the events happening this weekend including parades, parties and celebrations.

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10th Annual Berkshire Pride Festival and Parade
The Common Park, Pittsfield
Time: Saturday, 11 a.m.

The 10th annual pride parade and festival with fun games, performances, food, and more.

More information here.

Berkshire Mountain Faerie Festival
Bowe Field, Adams
Time: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Visit the faerie realm in the Berkshires with food, music, activities, dancing and more. Tickets are sold at the gate for $12 and $5 for kids 12 and under.

More information here.

Juneteenth Celebration
Durant Park, Pittsfield
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

March to the park starts at City Hall, followed by music, dance, food, history and more hosted by NAACP Berkshires. The event is free and open to everyone.

Find a full schedule of the day's events here.

Friday 

Switch and Snacks: Teen Programming
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield
Time: 2:30 p.m.

Teens are invited to bring their Nintendo Switches; there also will be multiple games and snacks for kids to enjoy and have fun.

More information here.

Common Craft Night
165 East Main St., North Adams
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

Bring your craft and work with other people that might be doing the same thing as you.

More information here.

Friday Karaoke 
Dalton American Legion
Time: 6 to 11 p.m.

Belt out some of your favorite tunes and show off your voice.

More information here.

Wine Parlor & Bites
Revival House, Adams
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
 
The Revival House on Commercial Street is hosting chef Xavier Jones for a popup restaurant on Fridays and Saturdays in June. Limited menu; $5 reservation includes beverage. 
 
More information here

Saturday 

UNO Block Party
UNO Community Center, North Adams
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.

The annual neighborhood block party features music, games, food, and more activities to enjoy.

More information here.

Stacy Schiff on Samuel Adams
Adams Theater, Park Street
Time: 4 p.m.
 
In conversation with Sara Houghteling, Pulitzer Prize-winner Stacy Schiff will explore the origins of the American Revolution as detailed in her latest work, "The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams," for whom the town is named. Schiff is an Adams native and Williams College graduate. 
 
Tickets and more information here

Scenic Summer Tours
Mount Greylock, Adams
Time: 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Enjoy a free tour with a park interpreter to learn about Mount Greylock's history and more that make the Summit popular.

More information here.

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