Melissa Vogt serves a cocktail during a previous United Way Bartender Battle. The fundraiser returns Oct. 29 at Bay Street Yard in Fort Myers.
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades will hold its third annual Bartender Battle from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 29 at Bay Street Yard, 2136 Bay St. in downtown Fort Myers. The fundraiser will feature United Way board members serving drinks and competing for the most tips and sales, along with a 1970s-themed Halloween costume contest and live music. All tips and 20% of food and drink proceeds will support United Way programs focused on education, financial stability, food security and health initiatives. Last year’s Bartender Battle raised nearly $38,000.