Listerine Strips work better than most mints. Well, the guy sounds amazing, go for it and very good luck!

" . . . The sun does not shine upon this fair earth to meet frowning eyes, depend upon it." Charles Dickens

An interesting situation you've found yourself in. So, date tips, is it? Well, let's see here.

If he really likes you, then he won't mind if you prattle on a bit. In fact, he may do it himself. Watch for that. If he seems nervous, then it's likely that you're both in the same boat. Joke about being nervous. It's scary as hell, but just...when you feel yourself tense up, or you can't think of anything to say, just tell him. Say "I'm really nervous about this...in a good way" or something to that effect. Again, if he likes you, he's probably in the same boat. Or he's not as nervous, but he won't think less of you for 'coming out' as being nervous, as it were.
Listerine, yeah, whatever. Just brush your teeth that morning and you'll be fine. Don't forget deoderent, and make sure you check the weather report for the area before you leave. It's embarrassing to be carrying too many clothes around with you, or be shivering in too few. Although, if you get cold, perhaps that can be an excuse for 'cuddle time'.
Also, in terms of clothes, don't try to dress up. Be casual, but take a shower that morning or the night before. Don't worry if you're hair's messy, or if you've got a coula pimples. Everyone does. It makes you look more human, and it'll be easier for the two of you to hit it off if you don't try to be superhuman.
Remember, as perfect as he is, we all have flaws. Maybe he has a prettier face than you do, maybe not. With love, it doesn't really matter. Just make sure you smile, and it'll be fine.
In the movie: make sure one of you has popcorn. That's a great excuse to reach over and brush his hand. It's a great way to break the ice. Also, if you get a drink, two things. 1) Make sure it's a small. You don't want to have to go to the bathroom right in the middle. 2) Do your best to put it in the cupholder on your outside. In other words, don't put it between you two. That can get akward.
Go to the bathroom before the show starts, even if you don't think you have to. It'll give you both a chance to breathe for a bit, and you won't suddenly need to go in the middle.
If you have time afterwards, ask him to get something to eat with you. Icecream is romantic on a first date, and fast food can do in a pinch. Let him decide. Or, if he beats you to the chase and asks YOU, stay cool. If you can't think of anywhere to go, put the pressure on him. Ask him where he wants to go.
Let's see here, what else...Oh yeah. Eat sometime before the big date, even if you think you'll throw up. It helps to settle your stomach. If you get really nervous, try crackers, with a lot of something to drink. Water's fine, or fruit juice. I'd advise against anything with too much sugar or caffine; it'll just make you more jittery.
Oh, and pay attention to at least part of the movie. If it's not too much, try to get some idea of the plot, that way you two have something to talk about afterwards. But if you don't, or if you were too distracted, don't try to fudge it. Tell him, either right out or more subtly, that you were more than a bit distracted by him in the theatre. Believe me, it feels great to have someone be distracted by you.
And above all else, have a good time. It's easy to get too lost in your nervousness, but fight it. Stare into his eyes if you want. Try not to speak too fast, and try to think before you speak. Which sounds great on the computer screen, but won't be easy to do when you're with him.

Best of luck to you, and feel free to message me if you have any questions, or just want to freak out a bit. Seriously, it helps to let it all out on a comforting shoulder. If you need to, just find someone you trust a bit, and let it all out. Keeps it from getting pent up inside, and then coming out at the worst moments. :-)

peace,
Bulldyke
"Hello world. I am me."

Thank you so much for all of the help/suggestions and tips bulldyke! I'll be sure to keep those in mind. This is going to be my first date with another guy :D (I've dated a girl back when I was in the closet and I didn't even know I was gay)

I can't wait and I'm so nervous, I'm probably going to see him on August 3rd.

So I'm going to have to wait until the SECOND friday of August...the wait is killing me.

I haven't talked to him on the phone for a bit because he hasn't had any free time with his parents out of the house :( I've talked to him on msn quite a bit though :) great suggestion, I'll tell him about the painful wait next time he signs online *hoping its soon*