I haven't driven in years and I let my license lapse. Need to take a refresher driving course. Any ideas?

–Annie

We know a few people who've taken classes through Park Avenue Driving School. You can do one lesson or a whole package...you can use your car or they can provide a rental for you. You can even do a single lesson or two to learn how to drive a stick shift (always wanted to learn...).

Do you know of any books that are helpful with getting a child to his her own shoes? Every time I try to help my daughter I end up really frusted. Thanks.

–Mary

Try Red Lace, Yellow Lace. Alyssa swore her son couldn't go back to school after winter break if he couldn't tie his own shoes so she made him watch this video about 500 times. We won't tell you how it ended.

Shoe Care:How To Tie Your Shoelaces

Looking for breakdancing classes for my son, age 5?

–Sandy

Most of the hip-hop/breakdancing classes around town start at age 7...but we did manage to find two: the Dramazone NYC and the JCC on the Upper West Side both have a class for that age. When I was searching around, I came across a posting on Craigslist for someone who comes to you--maybe if you have a group you can rent a studio for the classes. Lastly, Broadway Dance Center, Steps on Broadway, and Peridance all offer classes for older kids--if you have a group perhaps they'd add one for your son's age.

Where can i take a Tango lesson in NY?

–Maite

Check out Richard Lipkin's Guide to Argentinian Tango In NYC. There's a Tango Dance Calendar with classes and demos listed daily along with which DJ will be spinning. Not sure what the Tango Hotline is for, but we thought it was funny. Stick a rose in your mouth and head on out.

My son is dying to take steel drum lessons. Any idea of who offers this?

–Amy

Call Jah Pan. They usually perform at parties but will give lessons too. If you don't happen to own a steel drum, they'll sell you one. It's a one stop source for Caribbean entertainment.

My daughter would like to take voice lessons along with piano lessons. Where can I find someone that will come to our home to teach?

–Nina

Hilary just hired a new instructor for her children from Soyulla Artists. Soyulla Artists offers weekly lessons at various teaching studios in Manhattan as well as in student's homes in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Jersey City. Lessons are currently available in the following disciplines: cello, piano, clarinet, dance, drama, French horn, viola, flute, violin, guitar, and voice. Lessons in other instruments may be arranged upon request. Do, Re, Mi...

I want to learn how to play mah-jongg. I'm looking ahead toward retirement. Is there any place in the city that offers lessons?

–Laura

The 92nd Street Y has a series of four classes that will get you started. You can prepare yourself for your next trip to Florida!