Lots of good advice from the guys. If you want the female perspective, I agree particularly with two points above. Definitely act with confidence if at all possible, and as No1toVote4 said, definitely do not show up with flowers. It can make you seem too eager to please, and we women like a challenge- at first.
Also:
- Don't drink much. Enough to feel relaxed, but you dont want to be too uninhibited on a first date.
- If you already know she has similar political leanings to yours, talking some politics could be a good bonding topic.
- Give her a light kiss goodnight if you think she could be receptive. Not like this, though: :kiss2:
- It would be good if you had an active date planned, instead of dinner, but I guess it's too late for that. On first dates, it's nice ot have an activity to focus on. Takes the pressure off to have scintillating conversation the entire time.
Good luck! I'm rooting for you!