Our Murder Mystery Planner, Murder Mystery Hostest...and Walking Dead Innkeeper!

There was one very important zombie missing from the group photo we posted earlier -- our Zombie Town hostest and Murder Mystery planner, Patty the walking dead innkeeper. Check out this photo of Patty made up as one of the zombies.

Scenes from Zombie Town (Our October Murder Mystery)

A big thanks to the group that joined us for last night's Zombie Town Murder Mystery. Thanks to Mary, Sandy, Chad, John and Sheila for becoming zombies for the evening and bringing a new kind of excitement to the Blue Shutters! For those of you concerned about finding the walking dead around the Blue Shutters, no worries...they're gone. Until next Halloween. Speaking of Halloween, there are still plenty of spooky happenings planned around Gloucester and nearby Salem -- and the Blue Shutters is still decorated for this haunted holiday -- so if you can, come visit tonight or tomorrow.

After the Storm -- Come See the Surf...and the Sun!

While the rest of New England got whacked by the freak October snowstorm, here in Gloucester we saw no white stuff -- but there was plenty of wind and some wild surf...with the sun eventually breaking through the clouds. Here's a shot rom earlier this morning -- there's been more sunshine since this was taken. If you're without power or tired of looking at snow, come on up and see us. Our Murder Mystery Night is over but there's still plenty of Halloween happening here and in nearby Salem.

Enjoy the "Wintery Mix" Safe and Sound this Saturday at the Blue Shutters...and Celebrate Halloween with Us

The weatherman is predicting a "wintery mix" for this Saturday (October 29), and we can't think of a better place to settle in and watch the storm than the Blue Shutters. Why worry about driving in the rain and snow, when you can check in early at the Blue Shutters and enjoy the evening with us. Looking for a Halloween party? Why call it at early night at a friend's place when you can join us for our Murder Mystery Night that evening and then relax by the fireplace before heading up to bed? And then in the morning -- if we're lucky -- you'll awaken to a scene like this. Sound good to you? Call or email us and book a stay this Saturday night.

Join the Zombies and Come Invade the Blue Shutters for Murder Mystery Night this Saturday!

Zombies are everywhere these days -- in movies, televisions shows, books and now at the Blue Shutters. Our Murder Mystery Night is set for this Saturday, October 29, and we promised a "haunted Halloween" theme. Now we can tell you that the ghouls haunting the Shutters will be zombies. On that night, guests will become the residents of "Zombie Town" -- with characters like the zombie emperor, the zombie police chief, the zombie bounty hunter and the zombie comedian. Innkeeper Patty is pulling together everything that guests will need, and we're all preparing some spooky refreshments. There's still time to get in on this -- just call or email us. It'll be a great way to get into the spirit of Halloween!

Now Through October 27: Cape Ann Restaurant Week -- Great Food, Great Deals (and a Great Place to Relax That Evening!)

One of favorite times of the year is happening over the next days -- Cape Ann Restaurant Week. Anyone who has ever visited with us knows we're proud of the dining scene in Gloucester and surrounding communities. We're quick with a recommendation -- and always anxious to hear what our guests have to say. This week is a chance for us all to get a taste of the restaurants around Cape Ann. Now through October 27, you can get a 3-course meal at the participating restaurants for just $25.11. We're already forming our wish list -- you should too. And we have the perfect spot to relax after that great meal -- each of these restaurants is just minutes from the Blue Shutters. Check out the menus, enjoy a great meal and come tell us all about it!

Blue Shutters is Showing Off New Fall Colors

The Blue Shutters is showing off some new colors -- Ann Marie has been busy planting fall flowers, and you'll find pumpkins and scarecrows scattered around our front yard. You're invited to come up and see for yourself -- and while you're here, enjoy a walk on the beach and dinner and some live music downtown. If you sign up for our Murder Mystery Night (Octover 29), you'll get a special discount -- book Saturday night and stay Friday for half-price! Murder Mystery fun and fall colors -- does it get any better?