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Shelby Today
By the People, for the People
Shelby Senior Center Celebrates 50 Years of Community
The center offers meals, activities, and volunteer opportunities for local seniors.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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The Shelby Senior Center, located at 739 Benton Avenue, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The center is open to the public for lunch Monday through Friday at noon, with suggested prices of $6 for those over 60 and $7 for those under 60. Meal tickets can be purchased in advance. The center also offers a variety of activities, including Pinochle, Pitch, Bingo, and arts and crafts. The center is looking for volunteers to help with Bingo on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.
Why it matters
The Shelby Senior Center has been a vital community resource for local seniors for the past 50 years, providing meals, social activities, and a space for seniors to gather and connect. As small towns across America face challenges with aging populations and the loss of community hubs, the Shelby Senior Center's longevity and continued service to its residents is a testament to the importance of these types of community-driven organizations.
The details
The Shelby Senior Center offers a range of services and activities for local seniors. In addition to the weekday lunch program, the center hosts regular card games, arts and crafts sessions, and a monthly potluck card party. The center is also looking for a volunteer to help with Bingo on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. The center is open from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and is closed on weekends and holidays, unless there are card games or other activities scheduled.
- The Shelby Senior Center opened in 1975.
- The center is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025.
The players
Shelby Senior Center
A community center that has been providing meals, activities, and resources for local seniors in Shelby, Montana for the past 50 years.
Terry
The contact person at the Shelby Senior Center who can be called about renting the facility for meetings or events.
What’s next
The Shelby Senior Center is looking for a volunteer to help with Bingo on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.
The takeaway
The Shelby Senior Center has been a vital community resource for local seniors for the past 50 years, providing meals, social activities, and a space for seniors to gather and connect. As small towns across America face challenges with aging populations and the loss of community hubs, the Shelby Senior Center's longevity and continued service to its residents is a testament to the importance of these types of community-driven organizations.
