St. Charles County First Responders are busy honing their bartending skills in preparation for the return of the Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge. The popular event will once again give Community Living’s Board of Directors the chance to defend their title by battling it out behind the bar to raise funds for individuals with disabilities in St. Charles County. The team that earns the most money in tips during the event will earn the coveted “Big Kahuna” title and bragging rights for the year. Area residents are invited to come out and cheer on their favorite team during the event, which will take place on Tuesday, June 26, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. at Gettemeier’s – St. Peters, located at 269 Salt Lick Road.

The Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge will feature three teams: St. Charles County Ambulance District, Central County Fire & Rescue and Community Living’s Board of Directors. Members of each team will work behind the bar, showing off their skills and mingling with guests to earn the most tips and generate the most money overall during their allotted one-hour time slot. The public is invited to join in the fun as the Community Living Board of Directors work to defend their coveted “Big Kahuna” title. All three teams will also be selling 50/50 tickets before and during the event, with one winner taking home half the pot! The winning ticket will be pulled at the event and displayed on Community Living’s website and Facebook page.

“This is truly one of Community Living’s most exciting and unique events,” said Barb Griffith, President and CEO of Community Living, Inc. “The stakes are high and there’s a title to defend! We encourage area residents to bring their families to Gettemeier’s – St. Peters for an awesome night of great food, fun and entertainment for a great cause.”

All proceeds from the event, including tips, and a $5 cover charge, will benefit Community Living’s programs and services for people with disabilities in St. Charles County. This event, which was first held back in 2003, has raised over $174,000. Those interested in learning more about the Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge can visit www.communitylivingmo.org/events or call 636-387-5530.