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)

September 20, 2026

We Fought for What We Have: A Union Story

We Fought for What We Have: A Union Story follows ATU Local 689’s 15,000 transit workers around Washington, DC, and their 2019 strike.

Local union members will participate in the discussions, and a report will be given about plans to unionize Greenbelt city employees.

Dinner is at 6 p.m., catered by Generous Joe’s, and the screening begins at 6:30 p.m.

Register for Zoom remote viewing (Zoom opens at 6 p.m.): https://tinyurl.com/reelmeal2026

We are switching to SUNDAY for this month!!

Trailer