The Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen, will hold two history programs on Nov. 8.
At 2 p.m., author Gordon Bond will present a program about the train crash of the Pennsylvania Railroad commuter train known as “The Broker” that derailed in Woodbridge on Feb. 6, 1951. Following the program, there will be a short break for refreshments, and copies of the society’s new book, “Greetings from Metuchen and Edison,” will be for sale.
The Borough of Metuchen’s Historic Preservation Committee will then give a short introduction and presentation about how Metuchen became known as the Brainy Borough. Complimentary copies of a grant-funded booklet will be available.
For more information, contact Steve Reuter at 732-713-9080 or metuchenedisonhistory@gmail.com.