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, 2025

Pete Seeger: The Power of Song

The Reel and Meal will screen the documentary Pete Seeger: The Power of Song on Monday, July 21, at 6:30pm.

Pete Seeger was a tireless champion in the struggle for civil and workers rights. His music inspires and illuminates.
It is as relevant and important today as it was 85 years ago. The folksinging tradition he helped establish is alive and much needed today.

His protest music supported international disarmament, civil rights, workers’ rights, counterculture, environment causes and ending the Vietnam War. As a member of the Communist Party before World War II, he was blacklisted during the McCarthy era. He strived to build community through music.

This wonderful film will be followed by live folksinging dealing with the timeless, current challenges we face today.

Unable to attend in-person? Please register to watch via Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/RnMJuly2025.

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

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