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)

April 18, 2011

A Chemical Reaction depicts one of the most powerful and effective community initiatives in the history of North America. Dr. June Irwin, a practicing dermatologist, in Hudson, Quebec, fought chemical companies all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada. After the triumph at the Supreme Court in 2001, Quebec banned the chemicals throughout the province and individual municipalities across Canada followed Hudson’s lead.

Dr. Diana Post, Executive Director of the Rachel Carson Council and veterinarian, who is featured in the documentary, will facilitate the conversation following the screening. Lesley Riddle, Assistant Director of Parks and Grounds for Greenbelt will also be on hand to offer her vision for the city’s pesticide policy.

For more information on this month’s program, contact Cam MacQueen at .