If the original owner remote wiped it he has obviously accepted not getting it back; Apple and Verizon indifference also suggests that this kind of event happens regularly and is no big deal. It seems like you have done all you can,...
I used to have a 20 gallon long setup; 4x24 T5's for lighting and another 20 gallon system (sump) hidden on the bottom of the stand. I had some SPS, LPS and Zooanthids for coral and for fish I had a Yasha Haze Goby and a Helfrichi...
I don't know much in the vein of fine dining in Philadelphia, but the best place I've been to for the traditional cheesesteak is Jim's Steaks on South Street. I would highly recommend it, the steaks are delicious, wide variety of drinks...
If I were you, I would go to a local park and hop into a competitive pick up game to get better before you join a league that would be taken more seriously. Its always best not to make a fool of yourself whenever possible.