Reel and Meal at the New Deal

Reel and Meal is a monthly film series at the New Deal Cafe exploring vital environmental, animal rights, and social justice issues. Admission to the film is always free, sponsored by several Greenbelt community organizations. Contributions are gladly accepted to cover each month’s donation to a non-profit organization.

Reel and Meal events are in-person (limited seating) and online via Zoom. Each month registration links will be posted here.  You can also reach out to Reel and Meal at .

Date: Third Monday of every month
Time: The free film starts at 6pm or 6:30pm.
Dinner: See event for cafe dining details.
Location: Online or at the New Deal Cafe at 113 Centerway in historic Greenbelt, MD
Public transportation: The cafe is accessible by Metro Bus P20 from the Greenbelt Metro station.
Joining from Zoom and living locally: You can find take out plant-based options at the cafe as well as:

  • Greenbelt Co-Op: ( Tofu Bahn Mi sandwich (self service deli); Veggie spring roll; Greek Table Shepherd’s Pie; Channa Masal (refrigerated case); Dodah’s cakes for desert, among many others)
  • SunRise Caribbean Restaurant (menu)
  • Cedars of Lebanon (menu)

June 16, 2025

The Palestine Exception

The Palestine Exception depicts the campus protests demanding a Gaza ceasefire, which have triggered an intense crackdown revealing the “Palestine exception”—-a distinct taboo against criticizing Israeli politics. Students and faculty are finding that advocating for Palestinian solidarity results in arrests, suspensions, and firings.

Professor Laurie King of Georgetown University will lead the post-film discussion.

Those unable to attend in-person can register to watch via Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/RnMJune25.

Please note NEW START TIME: 6:30 p.m., which is earlier than usual.

Trailer