Membership effort set for Denver area

American Legion national staff will team up with Department of Colorado Legionnaires for a membership revitalization and veterans outreach effort next week in the Denver area.

Veterans in the area are invited to get information about American Legion programs and Department of Veterans Affairs and other veterans benefits. The outreach effort will take place at two locations over three days:

• Oct. 20 and Oct. 22 – 1-5 p.m., Department of Colorado Headquarters, 7465 E. 1st Ave., Suite D, Denver.

• Oct. 21 – 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wilmore-Richter American Legion Post 161, 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada

A veterans service officer will be available at both locations to assist with VA claims and other benefits questions.