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DECEMBER 22, 2016 // 19 ‘A Convenient Situation’ History & Hops takes on Seaside’s Salt Works SEASIDE — The next Histo- ry & Hops free local history lecture takes place at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at Sea- side Brewing Co., located at 851 Broadway. From currency to season- ing, salt has played a vital role in human history and survival. One of the reasons the Corps of Discovery wintered near the Pacific Ocean was that it was running out of salt. The expedition’s captains were hoping for “a conve- nient Situation to the Sea Coast where we Could make Salt,” according to William Clark’s Nov. 24, 1805, journal. At the next History & Hops, retired National Park Service ranger Tom Wilson will discuss the importance of salt for the Lewis and Clark Expedition. He will recount which Corps mem- bers made salt, and describe how they made the salt needed for the expedition. SUBMITTED PHOTO Tom Wilson portraying Capt. William Clark in 2015. Wilson will share the history of the current Salt Works site which is a memorial to the expedition’s salt-making endeavors. Wilson, a popular and engaging speaker, is also a retired elementary school- teacher. He began working at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park seasonally more than 20 years ago, vol- unteering for several years giving talks and demonstra- tions. During his time with the park, he participated in the park’s living history programs and has portrayed Corps members at events such as the Salt Makers Return, Clark’s Camp and Wintering Over. He has portrayed expedition mem- bers Pvt. Thomas Howard, Capt. William Clark, and salt-maker Pvt. William Bratton. As Bratton, Wilson has spent multiple weekends in character, boiling water, making salt and living on the beach. History & Hops is a monthly series of local history discussions hosted by the Seaside Museum at Seaside Brewing Co. The Seaside Museum and Historical Society is a non- profit educational institution with the mission to col- lect, preserve and interpret materials illustrative of the history of Seaside and the surrounding area. The museum is located at 570 Necanicum Drive and is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon- day through Saturday. More information can be found at www.seasidemuseum.org S EARCHING FOR I NNER P EACE ? Come meet with us... S UNDAYS 10:30 AM G OD F IRST CANNON BEACH Holiday Foods Around The World Celebration… Coming to you on: 12/26 MONDAY THRU 12/30 FRIDAY International Festival of foods from 9 different countries! Special menus for just one night only each, you will want to dine out all week for this extravaganza! 12/26 Monday Bill’s Tavern and Brewhouse – Mexico Featured Celebrate the Holidays with Bill’s Tavern and Brewhouse presenting Pozole.. Enjoy a Holiday beer pairing for the event, both will be served all day! At 188 N. Hemlock Street. 12/28 Wednesday - The Coats Concert Night EVOO – Sicily Featured Travel to Sicily with Bob and Lenore at EVOO and experience a 5-course, with 4-wines, and dessert Holiday extrava- ganza. Contact EVOO at 503-436-8555 for reservations. At 188 S. Hemlock Street. Pelican Pub and Brewery – Italy Featured Don’t miss this new, major restaurant addition to Cannon Beach introducing a unique new Italian offering. At 1371 S. Hemlock Street. The Bistro – Vietnamese Cuisine Featured Try the new Vietnamese featured menu by the recently purchased Bistro Restaurant’s new Chef, Jack Stevenson. Reservations at 503-436-2661. At 263 N. Hemlock Street. 12/29 Thursday The Wayfarer Restaurant – Spain Featured One of Cannon Beach’s few Ocean View restaurants is showcasing the Cuisine of Spain.Enjoy the talents of Chef Josh Archibald and his crew producing some incredible Spanish Specialty items. Call 503-436-1108. At 1190 Pacifi c Drive. Public Coast Brewing Company – Germany Featured What better match for German food than great seasonal beers. This newly renovated restaurant and new Brewpub is ready to tickle your tastebuds with German cuisine. At 264 E. Third Street. 12/30 Friday Seasons Café – Thailand Featured Your world will rock with Thai Cuisine created by Chef Doug Brown, one of Cannon Beach’s acclaimed catering Chefs. Call 503-436-1159. At 255 N. Hemlock Street. Sweet Basil’s – Poland Featured John Sowa, Co-winner of Iron Chef Goes Coastal 2016 shares his Old-Country recipes with you for a traditional meal for the Holidays from Poland. Call 503-436-1539 for reservations. At 271 N. Hemlock Street. Newman’s at 988 – France Featured Chef John Newman will roll out their French-focused Prix Fixe menu including 8 fabulous menu items sure to satisfy your special occasion cravings. Call 503-436-1151 for reservations. At 988 S. Hemlock Street. www.cannonbeach.org/events/Main-Events/Holiday-Foods-Around-the-World-Haystack-Holidays Holiday Concert with The Coats The PNW’s premier A cappella band! December 28 th at the Astoria Church of Christ 692 12 TH S TREET (T OP OF 12 TH AND G RAND ) A STORIA , OR 97103 Haystack Holidays Coaster Theatre Limited Seating Tickets Only $ 39 B IBLE -B ASED 503.325.7398 WWW .C HURCH O F C HRIST A STORIA . COM WWW . FACEBOOK . COM /A STORIA C HURCHOF C HRIST Presenting a hilarious, interactive performance of music and comedy Purchase online at: www.cannonbeach.org Or call Cannon Beach Chamber 503-436-2623
