Awwww! Now you’re making me cry. Sad, sad, so, so terribly sad. 
Well, I’m sure there will be pictures.
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.
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!
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?
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.
I thought we were meeting in someone’s backyard for a grill-out.
I am confused.
Um, pun, I think the cookout idea got shot down pretty quickly, it being December and all.
Cartooniverse, I will answer your quiz, and keep in mind I have not read anyone else’s answers.
- Who is the Philly Phanatic?
The mascot of the Phillies - Who were the Broad Street Bullies?
One of the Flyers’ teams in years past, don’t recall which year - What is M.O.V.E. ?
Buncha wack-o’s Mayor Goode dropped a bomb on - Why is Krass Brothers important?
They’re the store of the stars! - What was the tallest building in the City of Philadephia until the 1980’s?
William Penn’s hat on City Hall - damn Willard Rouse! - 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) - Where do you find an immense hunka LOVE?
Next to the giant clothespin, of course
- 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 - 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 - The Flyers won the Stanley Cup in back-to-back seasons. What two seasons were they?
Ooo, '73 and '74? - What was the seating capacity of JFK Stadium, home to the Army/Navy Game AND “Live Aid” ?
No idea - 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 - What is at 8th and Walnut?
Rockin’ Robbins Brother Diamonds! (“The guy with a diamond in his beard!”) - Each year there is a famous footrace. It includes “The Wall”- what famed neighborhood is this found in?
No idea - Where was Plastic Fantastic?
4th and South - What does TLA stand for?
Theatre of the Living Arts (“Oh, Rocky!”) - What was Rosebud on South Street?
No idea - 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 - Is there a copy of the Declaration of Independance in Constitution Hall?
Yep - What is the difference between Mummers and Mummenschantz?
Mummers are somewhat entertaining
- 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 - 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 - Could Sally Star have dated Gene London?
No, but I did meet her once or twice - nice lady - If I ask for a Frank’s Black Wishniak, what is it I crave the most?
Mmmm, black cherry soda! - 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) - Where is Eastern State Pennitentiary? Why is it famous?
North Philly somewhere, lots of movies filmed there - 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 - Who is the Kelly Drive named for?
Grace Kelly, Philadelphia’s own favorite actress and princeses - right? - When Charles Dickens visited the United States, where was one of the few places he insisted upon visiting?
No clue - 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
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
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.
Oh, my…
<bouncy excitement> A Pennsylvania Dopefest?
In Philadelphia, the single most distant major city from me in the state? </bouncy excitement>
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
“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!
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.
I volunteer to be Geobabe’s whipping boy
I’m not sure you realize what you’re getting yourself into there, son.
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.
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.
I’m confused…why would the Eagles be playing on Saturday? Is it playoff time already?
Sometimes NFL games happen on Saturdays. Don’t worry your pretty little head about it; it’s just meant to confuse you.
And me . . . don’t forget me. I promise to flirt with you!