BY LAURA HLUCHANEK
Intern, Kyle Chamber of Commerce
April can seem like the busiest month of the year. Friends come together, crack jokes, and laugh away on April Fool’s Day. Kids gather up their baskets and journey out to find the most eggs during the Easter holiday. Then there is also that stressful time in April to make sure that your taxes are filed on time. All of these events are important, but there is one day that is sometimes overlooked or even forgotten. Administrative Professional’s Day occurs on a Wednesday in the last full week of April. It is a day for businesses and organizations to thank their staff and show appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
Formerly known as Secretary’s Day, Administrative Professional’s Day is an unofficial secular holiday that recognizes the work of secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists and other administrative support professionals. It started back in 1955 when Harry F. Klemfuss, a New York Publicist, wanted to encourage more people to consider careers in the administrative support field.
While working closely with the International Association of Administrative Professionals, a day was finally recognized for these devoted individuals. Even though Administrative Professional’s Day has been through numerous name changes, it still represents the idea to celebrate and show your appreciation for the work ethic of these professionals.
It is important to recognize administrative professionals because they do so much in their field of work. They are heavily relied on to organize and accomplish daily tasks while managing a busy office. These professionals do not receive credit like they should for working as hard as they do.
Some give their administrative professionals flowers, candy or even the day off. What better way to show your appreciation to the administrative professionals in your office than to bring them to the Kyle Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon on April 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center. The Inn Above Onion Creek will be providing a gourmet meal for all that attend. Cost for the luncheon is $15 if you RSVP by April 23 to the Kyle Chamber. The cost is $20 the day of the luncheon. Members of the Kyle Area Chamber of Commerce and their staff receive a $5 discount. To RSVP, call the Kyle Chamber at 512-268-4220, register online or email us at [email protected].
Calendar of Events for April:
8 – Tourism Committee Meeting, 11:30 a.m.
9 – Katherine Anne Porter House presents Claudia Rankine, writer. 505 W. Center Street in Kyle, 7:30 p.m.
10 – Pitch, Hit and Run Event for boys and girls ages 7-14. Gregg-Clarke Park, 10 am.
11 – Sixth Annual “Hats off for Hospice,” Texas Old Town, 2 p.m. More info at www.hatsoffforhospice.com
13 – Free business counseling from the Texas State University Small Business Development Center at Kyle Chamber office. Call 512-268-4220 to set up your free and confidential appointment.
17 – Kyle Earth Day Share Fair, City Square Park, 10:30 a.m.
17 – Bowl for Kid’s Sake to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas. Sunset Bowling Lanes, San Marcos.
22 – CTMC Health Fair & Screening, Embassy Suites San Marcos, 7 a.m.
24 – Plum Creek Community Garage Sale, Plum Creek Subdivision in Kyle
27 – Kyle Chamber Monthly Luncheon, a salute to administrative professionals. Hays CISD Performing Arts Center, 11:30 a.m.
Calendar of Events in May:
1 – Kyle Market Days & Farmer’s Market featuring live music by Hosea Hargrove & the Roadrunners and Larry Lange & his Lonely Knights. City Square Park, 9 a.m.
1 – Plum Creek Front Porch Days Annual Golf Tournament, Plum Creek Golf Club
2 – Plum Creek Front Porch Days and 5k/Fun Run, Plum Creek Subdivision
6 – Kyle Chamber BASH
