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)

July 21, 2014

Harvest of Empire: The Untold Story of Latinos in America

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Harvest of Empire: The Untold Story of Latinos in America, an award winning 2012 film, reveals the direct connection between the long history of U.S. intervention in Latin America and the immigration crisis we face today, with Central American children crossing the U.S. border to escape violence at home.

Speaker: Joan Conway, a retired USDA nutrition scientist, who has worked in direct service (food pantry) to the immigrant families of Silver Spring and Langley Park for 12 years, will lead the discussion.

Reel and Meal is produced by three local Greenbelt groups: Beaverdam Creek Watershed Watch Group, Green Vegan Networking and the Peace & Justice Coalition of Prince George’s County. Peace & Justice sponsors this month’s screening.