
Sallie Terman
The Sallie Terman Social Groups honor the woman who helped conceive and nurture our social groups. We have a variety of clubs available. They are an important part of our temple and community, giving us a place to share ideas, do activities, and have a great time!
Culture Club

Group Leaders |
Janet Goodsitt, Mariellen Miller |
Time |
Usually 3rd Tuesday of the month; time varies |
Location |
varies |
We enjoy special Valley events. We discovered Kehinde Wiley at the Phoenix Art Museum. We celebrated tradition with Fiddler on the Roof at Arizona Theater Company. Our enjoyment and knowledge of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were enhanced by a private tour of the recent exhibit at the Heard Museum. We are looking forward to upcoming unique Valley activities. |
Fressers’ Dinner Club

Fressers Dinner Group – June 2018
Group Leader |
Judy Lohr-Safcik |
Time |
1st Wednesday, usually 6:00pm |
Location |
varies |
If you want to try new restaurants with wonderful company, this is the group for you! We meet at a different restaurant for a tasty meal and scintillating conversation every month. Please call and join the fun. You won’t leave with an empty stomach! |
Sunday Brunch Bunch
Group Leader |
Linda Brickman |
Time |
Last Sunday of each month at 11:30am |
Location |
varies |
LOVE TO EAT? Don’t like to do dishes, especially on weekends?
JOIN US! We take turns hosting. |
Temple Travel Club
Group Leader |
Donna Horwitz |
Time |
TBD |
Location |
varies |
Do one or two day trips tempt you? If so, join us in traveling in and around Arizona. Past trips include Prescott; Palm Springs, CA; and the Tubac Art Festival. A fall trip is being planned. |
Tennis Club

Group Leader |
Arnold Schwartz |
Time |
One Sunday a month; date will vary |
Location |
varies |
For all you sporty types! Mixed doubles. A social game on the court and afterwards, off the court, we discuss all the world’s issues over bagels and coffee. Matches are held on private courts. Come and show off your serve, forehand, and net game! |
Movie Club
Group Leader |
Bunny Tarquinio |
Time |
3rd Saturday, 2:00—4:00pm |
Location |
TBD |
Lights…camera…action! Movie buffs, this is the group for you! The third Saturday of the month is the time for you to be ready for your close-up. Each month we meet at a different member’s home to discuss movies. The film is selected the previous month and discussed at the next meeting. |
Afternoon Mah Jongg Club

Mahj Group Members Joy Goldman, Diann Stahm, Susi Stone, Ethyl Komie – Photo by Donna Horwitz 2018
Group Leader |
Donna Horwitz |
Time |
Every Wednesday, 12:30 pm |
Let’s play Mahj! Please join our weekly Mah Jongg group for fun and friendship. The games rotate among members’ homes. |
Torah Study Group Club
Group Leader |
Irene Smith |
Time |
One Sunday a month, 2:00 PM |
Started many years ago, this is the grandfather of our groups. Members of the group determine the portions to be studied. We are so lucky to have several fabulous, knowledgeable members. We meet in members’ homes. |
Strolling/Hiking Club

Strollers hike at Boyce-Thompson Arboretum
Group Leaders |
Jan and Steve Hertzfeld |
Time |
One Sunday a month; time varies |
Location |
varies |
Choose interesting and different outdoor spots to explore as you stroll, walk, and maybe even hike with this great group for both exercise and camaraderie. |
Bridge Club
Group Leader |
Beverly Miller |
Time |
4th Tuesday starting in October, noon |
Location |
The Terraces of Phoenix |
Meet once a month to play bridge and foster friendships! Please contact the leader for more information. |
Book Group

Group members enjoying a book discussion
Group Leader |
Penny Lutsi |
Time |
4th Thursday, 1:00pm-3:00pm |
Love to read books and discuss what you’ve read with other book lovers? If so, our book group is for you! Members choose the book to be discussed the next month. We read both fiction and non-fiction; while some books have Jewish themes, others do not. |