Patch Picks: What Dad Really Wants for Father's Day

A silk tie, a well-tailored shirt or comfy slippers are all fine gifts for your dad, but if you think he is ready for a change of pace, try some of these offerings that are available just around the corner.

Dennis Rivellino has been teaching guitar, mandolin, bass, piano and ukulele at his Mountain Road studio for more than two decades. Rivellino has a special affinity for teaching adults, whether they are picking up an instrument for the first time or trying to reconnect with the musical side of their personality. 

Rivellino offers morning, afternoon and evening instruction Monday through Friday. He takes some Saturday appointments as well. One-on-one sessions are held in Rivellino’s recording studio which offers an environment that is conducive to learning with fewer distractions and more teaching aids than lessons in one's own home.

Rivellino will gladly teach via Skype or iChat for dads who must travel or can’t break away from home. 914-769-5734 or DRivellino@verizon.net.

How cool would it be if your dad was in a rock band? The Rock Band Workshops for adults at the Mike Risko Music School in Ossining are offered in the evenings. They consist of band rehearsals once a week and then a gig, featuring dad and his bandmates playing a gig that you, your family and his friends can attend. With such busy schedules, it can be hard to put a band together, run rehearsals and plan gigs.  Risko make it easy by doing all the work. All dad has to do is show up with his instrument and play. 914-762-8757.

You will have to give this once-in-a decade gift to your dad a few days early as it starts on Saturday night June 18 and runs through 11 p.m. Sunday night June 19. The is hosting its first ever to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The lineup includes six previews of new films, three films never released on VHS or DVD, four brand new digitally restored prints and a sprinkling of rare short films, music videos and unforgettable trailers. Anyone who manages to stay all 24 hours and see 12 films will be awarded JBFC's Grand Prize—a year of free movies at JBFC. 914-747-5555.

features a large selection of designer jewelry including a collection by Owner Scott Mikolay. Each piece Mikolay carries at his flagship store is made from the finest gemstones and precious metals. Mikolay's selction of jewelry for men includes bracelets, charms, keychains, money clips, timepieces and more. He is offering a 10 percent discount (use code fd2011) off the regular price of men's gifts in honor of Father's Day. 914-238-2223.

If you are 21 or older (if you are not have your mom do this for you), sign your dad up for "Wine of the Month Club."  He will receive three special wine selections each month at a discounted price. No obligation or cost to join. Send an email with his contact information to anorwinespirit@aol.com and they will add him to the club. Make sure to give him the information about their free weekly tastings that are conducted every Saturday from 12 until 4 p.m.