Independent Datebook, April 28
• The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, Freehold Township, will present “Famous Jews You Never Heard Of,” a talk by Rabbi Michael Klein, rabbi emeritus of Congregation Ahavat Olam, Howell, on May 23 at 2 p.m. Admission is free (donations are welcome). To make a reservation and receive the Zoom link, call 732-252-6990, email jhmomc@optonline.net or visit www.jhmomc.org
• The Monmouth County Park System will host its “Great Spring Perennial Plant Swap” on May 1 at Tatum Park, 151 Red Hill Road, Middletown. Gardeners may bring established plants (up to 15) in one-quart, one-gallon or two-gallon containers and take home the same size and number of plants. Label all plants. Herb and vegetable seedlings are allowed for an equivalent exchange. Invasive plants are not accepted. Check the FoHVOS website for a list of plants that will not be accepted. The exchange is first-come, first served. Plant drop-off is from 8:30-10 a.m. and selection is from 10-11:30 a.m. Details: 732-671-6050.