# Philly Dopefest in December! Let's do it! **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [November 8, 2001, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093 "2001-11-08T00:51:12Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 4
**Author:** ![Geobabe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/geobabe/32/3908_2.png) [@Geobabe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Geobabe)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 8:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/61 "2001-11-19T20:33:51Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by DocCathode \* > \*\*Things I Will Miss Because I’ll Be Visiting Relatives in Florida- > 3 Geobabe’s miniskirt. Must stop weeping before I ruin my keyboard. > \*\* Awwww! Now you’re making _me_ cry. Sad, sad, so, so terribly sad. ☹ Well, I’m sure there will be pictures. ---
**Author:** ![Superdude](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/superdude/32/13450_2.png) [@Superdude](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Superdude)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 8:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/62 "2001-11-19T20:44:01Z")
I still have to grope **Geobabe** while I’m there. It’s #1 on my “to-do” list. Actually, _ **Geobabe** _ herself is #1 on my “to-do” list. ---
**Author:** ![Zappo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/b3f665/32.png) [@Zappo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zappo)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 9:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/63 "2001-11-19T21:18:01Z")
Hey hey hey! What about **Girl Wonder**? Of course, I’d be happy to keep her entertained while you flirt with **Geobabe** but I’m just thinking about your health here. . . 😉 Zap! ---
**Author:** ![Superdude](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/superdude/32/13450_2.png) [@Superdude](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Superdude)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 9:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/64 "2001-11-19T21:31:12Z")
Actually, **Zappo** , **Girl Wonder** will only be able to pop in long enough for a meal, and perhaps a bit longer, before she has to go home to my archenemy, **EvilHusband**. By the way, what area of town are we looking at? And what about sleeping arrangements? ---
**Author:** ![Briminator](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ba9def/32.png) [@Briminator](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Briminator)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/65 "2001-11-19T22:08:56Z")
I’ve been out of the loop for a bit, but I think Superdude has been raising a very important question. Where are we going to meet up? Bar? Resturant/Bar? It doesn’t matter to me where we meet I’m uber-flexable so I’ll leave the decision making to all ya’ll, if I get any ideas I’ll give you a heads up. ---
**Author:** ![iampunha](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/74df32/32.png) [@iampunha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/iampunha)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 10:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/66 "2001-11-19T22:49:11Z")
I thought we were meeting in someone’s backyard for a grill-out. I am confused. ---
**Author:** ![Geobabe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/geobabe/32/3908_2.png) [@Geobabe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Geobabe)\ **Post date:** [November 19, 2001, 11:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/67 "2001-11-19T23:01:21Z")
Um, pun, I think the cookout idea got shot down pretty quickly, it being December and all. ---
**Author:** ![Esprix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/esprix/32/7899_2.png) [@Esprix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprix)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 12:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/68 "2001-11-20T00:01:53Z")
**Cartooniverse** , I will answer your quiz, and keep in mind I have not read anyone else’s answers. 1. Who is the Philly Phanatic? _The mascot of the Phillies_ 2. Who were the Broad Street Bullies? _One of the Flyers’ teams in years past, don’t recall which year_ 3. What is M.O.V.E. ? _Buncha wack-o’s Mayor Goode dropped a bomb on_ 4. Why is Krass Brothers important? _They’re the store of the stars!_ 5. What was the tallest building in the City of Philadephia until the 1980’s? _William Penn’s hat on City Hall - damn Willard Rouse!_ 6. There is a Girl’s High. Is there a Boy’s High? _I believe so, but not certain (my mother went to All Girl’s)_ 7. Where do you find an immense hunka LOVE? _Next to the giant clothespin, of course 😉_ 8. Rocky Balboa ran up the East Steps of the Art Museum. Roughly how many blocks did he have to run from the Delaware River seen in his running shots, to the Museum Steps? _14 to City Hall, another 10 (?) up Frankin Parkway_ 9. Why does the name Frank Rizzo strike fear into the hearts of Liberal Philadelphians to this day? _'Cause he was the most corrupt mayor this town has ever seen_ 10. The Flyers won the Stanley Cup in back-to-back seasons. What two seasons were they? _Ooo, '73 and '74?_ 11. What was the seating capacity of JFK Stadium, home to the Army/Navy Game AND “Live Aid” ? _No idea_ 12. True of False? Until recently you could actually TOUCH the Liberty Bell when visiting it on Independance Mall? _True, but finger oils started to eat at the metal_ 13. What is at 8th and Walnut? _Rockin’ Robbins Brother Diamonds! (“The guy with a diamond in his beard!”)_ 14. Each year there is a famous footrace. It includes “The Wall”- what famed neighborhood is this found in? _No idea_ 15. Where was Plastic Fantastic? _4th and South_ 16. What does TLA stand for? _Theatre of the Living Arts (“Oh, Rocky!”)_ 17. What was Rosebud on South Street? _No idea_ 18. Is Walt’s King of Crabs a strip joint or a seafood restaurant? _I’m assuming seafood, but I don’t know where it is_ 19. Is there a copy of the Declaration of Independance in Constitution Hall? _Yep_ 20. What is the difference between Mummers and Mummenschantz? _Mummers are somewhat entertaining 😉_ 21. When you stood in the cuploa of City Hall in the 1960’s, and looked dead north, what did you see glowing at night at the top of Broad Street? _I would have just been a tot - no idea_ 22. Philadelphia was founded on principles of religious tolerance. Who founded this movement in the City, and where is the most famous house of worship of this group? _William Penn, IIRC, and heaven bless the Quakers_ 23. Could Sally Star have dated Gene London? _No, but I did meet her once or twice - nice lady_ 24. If I ask for a Frank’s Black Wishniak, what is it I crave the most? _Mmmm, black cherry soda!_ 25. If I ask for a Tasty Kake, have I been illiterate? _No, you will be eating what I miss the most (although they are national now - I can get a few things, like butterscotch krimpets and kandykakes here in California)_ 26. Where is Eastern State Pennitentiary? Why is it famous? _North Philly somewhere, lots of movies filmed there_ 27. If one stops to watch the skullers and can see the sunset behind them, which bridges might one be standing on? _Hmmmm, not familiar with that area of the city_ 28. Who is the Kelly Drive named for? _Grace Kelly, Philadelphia’s own favorite actress and princeses - right?_ 29. When Charles Dickens visited the United States, where was one of the few places he insisted upon visiting? _No clue_ 30. Last but surely not least, where was the Main Point, and who were the Werewolves of Bryn Mawr? _I used to workin Bryn Mawr, but this one eludes me_ OK, not as great as I thought, but still pretty good. 🙂 Esprix ---
**Author:** ![Esprix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/esprix/32/7899_2.png) [@Esprix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprix)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 12:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/69 "2001-11-20T00:05:26Z")
> [@](#): > > _Originally posted by **DocCathode** _ > > The chance to party with Esprix. 1 He rocks. 2 I have this hunch that he has connections-VIP access to clubs, better service any place on South Street, and admission to exhibits at the Franklin Institute that the us shmoes never get to see. Sssh! Everyone will want one! 😉 (Did I mention I’m becoming a San Diego tourguide?) So, we’re still talking December 22, yes? I’m going to be cutting it awfully close… Esprix ---
**Author:** ![Geobabe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/geobabe/32/3908_2.png) [@Geobabe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Geobabe)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 12:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/70 "2001-11-20T00:16:50Z")
It appears the 22nd has been at least unofficially settled on. Everybody has to make sure they get their afternoon nap in so they’ll be able to stay up late to await the arrival of Santa Claus…er, I mean **Esprix**. Oh, and who wants to volunteer to help me locate the coordinates of and kidnap **Cartooniverse**? I can’t possibly have a Dopefest without him. I would be despondent and possibly suicidal. ---
**Author:** ![jayjay](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jayjay/32/6765_2.png) [@jayjay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jayjay)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 1:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/71 "2001-11-20T01:06:56Z")
Oh, my… \ A Pennsylvania Dopefest? In Philadelphia, the single most distant major city from me in the state? \ So…the question will be: Do I think I can brave the five-hour drive at the height of a Pennsylvania December into a very large city which I am unfamiliar with? Um…put me down as a maybe, whoever’s doing the record-keeping. Hell, for the chance of meeting Esprix, I may just drive five hours in snow… 😃 jayjay ---
**Author:** ![Zappo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/b3f665/32.png) [@Zappo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zappo)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 1:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/72 "2001-11-20T01:23:53Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Superdude \* > \*\*Actually, **Zappo** , **Girl Wonder** will only be able to pop in long enough for a meal, and perhaps a bit longer, before she has to go home to my archenemy, **EvilHusband**. > > By the way, what area of town are we looking at? And what about sleeping arrangements? \*\* “Damn. That means we will both be vying for the hand of fair **Geobabe** ,” said **Lex Zappo** as he made a mental note to add kryptonite to the shopping list on the refrigerator door. I don’t know what we’re actually _doing_, **Supe**. Once we get some logistics down and funky, I can give ya directions, though. . . Zap! ---
**Author:** ![Geobabe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/geobabe/32/3908_2.png) [@Geobabe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Geobabe)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 1:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/73 "2001-11-20T01:41:25Z")
Ooh, might we actually get that fistfight I’ve been trying to instigate at a Dopefest this time around? I just really think it’s not a proper Dopefest without a fistfight. Or something being set on fire. Your choice. ---
**Author:** ![Briminator](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ba9def/32.png) [@Briminator](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Briminator)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 12:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/74 "2001-11-20T12:53:25Z")
I volunteer to be Geobabe’s whipping boy 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Geobabe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/geobabe/32/3908_2.png) [@Geobabe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Geobabe)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 5:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/75 "2001-11-20T17:08:26Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Briminator \* > \*\*I volunteer to be Geobabe’s whipping boy 😃 \*\* I’m not sure you realize what you’re getting yourself into there, son. ---
**Author:** ![Bedrosian\_Bixby](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ecae2f/32.png) [@Bedrosian\_Bixby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bedrosian_Bixby)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 9:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/76 "2001-11-20T21:53:22Z")
Just a note…Iggles are playing San Fran on Saturday the 22, so most sports bars are going to be packed. By the way, does anyone mind if I join? Being a newbie I figured it would be best to ask. ---
**Author:** ![Verrain](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/v/46a35a/32.png) [@Verrain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Verrain)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2001, 10:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/77 "2001-11-20T22:46:16Z")
The more the merrier, **Bixby**! If you think you are ready for the weirdness that is a Dopefest, of course. Good point about the Eagles game. I’ll keep that in mind when looking for places. ---
**Author:** ![Superdude](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/superdude/32/13450_2.png) [@Superdude](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Superdude)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2001, 4:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/78 "2001-11-21T16:11:24Z")
I’m confused…why would the Eagles be playing on Saturday? Is it playoff time already? ---
**Author:** ![Geobabe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/geobabe/32/3908_2.png) [@Geobabe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Geobabe)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2001, 4:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/79 "2001-11-21T16:59:13Z")
Sometimes NFL games happen on Saturdays. Don’t worry your pretty little head about it; it’s just meant to confuse you. ---
**Author:** ![iampunha](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/74df32/32.png) [@iampunha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/iampunha)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2001, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093/80 "2001-11-21T17:01:17Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by jayjay \* > Um…put me down as a maybe, whoever’s doing the record-keeping. Hell, for the chance of meeting Esprix, I may just drive five hours in snow… 😃 And me . . . don’t forget me. I promise to flirt with you! [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093.md?page=3) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/philly-dopefest-in-december-lets-do-it/92093.md?page=5)