We just love when the Sandman comes home to New Hampshire! For us it's more exciting than seeing the royals enter Buckingham Palace.

His mom Judy still calls Manchester home. I'll never forget when he brought his comedy tour to the SNHU arena in 2022, he had the entire crowd sing happy birthday to his mom who was in the audience. It was a pretty special moment.

Adam Sandler via Instagram
Adam Sandler via Instagram
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His sister Elizabeth also lives in the area works as a dentist at Spindel General and Cosmetic Dentistry in Manchester. She, of course, also got a shoutout!

He also gave love to tons of local businesses. I loved learning about his favorite spots, many of which are still kicking.

The Puritan Backroom

Puritan Backroom via Facebook
Puritan Backroom via Facebook
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The Sanman worked there back in the day, and joked about being a terrible employee. He always makes it a point to visit them when he is in town and he was there this past Friday (11/15) and took a pic with the staff!

Daddy's Junky Music

Daddy's Junky Music Memorial Page via Facebook
Daddy's Junky Music Memorial Page via Facebook
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The harmonica Adam used during the show was from there! How cool is that?

Ted Herbert's Music

One of his guitars that he used on stage was from this fine establishment!

The Red Arrow Diner

Red Arrow Diner via Instagram
Red Arrow Diner via Instagram
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During the tribute song to his dad, he said that the Red Arrow was his dad's favorite restaurant.

Central High School

Obviously, he had to shoutout his alma mater.

Honorable Mention: Hampton Beach

Sandler said "no one had a problem with how I dress when I'd walk down Hampton Beach". It's true! His basketball shorts and high socks are perfectly acceptable around these parts.

We're not sure why the Sandman was in the Queen city this past weekend but he was and he made his presence known. We love that about him. On Saturday he enjoyed Brunch at Firefly Bistro. Firefly posted this photo as evidence on their Instagram and Facebook and the people went wild!

Most were sharing the same sentiment "I can't believe I missed him!" We can all only hope that one day we will have the good fortune of running into Adam Sandler in his hometown. And if you already have, you are one of the lucky ones !

Mary Ham on Facebook said it best:

"Love him....He never forgot the place he calls home and returns and is go generous with his time and talent. We need more role models like him for sure!!"

You got that right, Mary. Thanks again, Sandman, for gracing your home state with your presence. As you know, you are always welcome.

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