Victor D. Infante
@victorinfante.bsky.social
Features Editor, Telegram & Gazette; Editor, Worcester Magazine; Editor, Worcester Living Magazine; Author, "City of Insomnia" from Write Bloody Publishing and "Suffer For This" from Moon Tide Publishing.
"I drew inspiration from my drag life," said Severnson, "you know, just being resourceful. Almost the entire collection is made from reclaimed denim. I went to the thrift store and spent about $150 bucks in jeans and that dresses.
Fashion forward: Models, drag, designers and more shine at Queer AF
"RuPaul's Drag Race" and "Project Runway" star Q and musician Cain Culto headline Queer AF fashion event Sept. 18 at Mechanics Hall.
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Worcester Magazine editor and Telegram & Gazette features editor discusses the week's arts and culture news, including the upcoming show at the Palladium by Taking Back Sunday, last weekend's Pride festival, Friday night's Queer AF fashion show, and the impending sale of Armsby Abbey.
WoMag Rundown For Sept. 18
Worcester Magazine editor and Telegram & Gazette features editor discusses the week's arts and culture news.
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In Worcesteria, I dive into what influence Dolly Parton had on the Worcester music scene, including talking to David Saint Fleur and Sammy James sbout Dolly recording on the Galantis song, "Faith," which Sam co-wrote and Saint produced, and a slew of other artists about Partons music and kindness.
From 'Faith' to drag: Dolly Parton's world included Worcester artists
From recording the song "Faith" with Worcester's Sam James and David Saint Fleur, to inspiring Dale LePage's drag, Dolly Parton's influence remains.
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@leadeschenes.com, either I've been wrong about liking raw mushrooms in salads all of this time, or you and @vornietom.bsky.social are ganging up on me. I know which is more plausible, but ....
Siobhan Thompson@vornietom.bsky.social · last mo.Times are hard but at least nobody puts raw button mushrooms into salads any more
In this week WoMag Rundown, a look at the Somos Boricuas festival, Latin American Rhythm, The Mediterranean Festival and the Hot Dog Safari, along with a look at a handful other stories, and, as always, a few off-topic digressions.
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In this week WoMag Rundown, a look at the Somos Boricuas festival, Latin American Rhythm, The Mediterranean Festival and the Hot Dog Safari, along with a look at a handful other stories, and, as always, a few off-topic digressions.
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"Then, it hits them: A bright, multicolored pattern of neon light, illuminating the alley known as Allen Court. They've walked by that alley a hundred times, but always by daylight. They never knew that the piece of neon artwork called 'Interactive Neon Mural #5' was there."
Push on to maintain 'Interactive Neon Mural' in Allen Court
The Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District is looking to maintain the neon mural in Allen Court.
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In June, according to a GoFundMe page, created by his cousin, local comic book artist, arts educator and former Telegram & Gazette compositor Andy Fish and his wife, artist Veronica fish, learned "that Andy is dealing with two forms of cancer, B-cell Lymphoma and Myelofibrosis."
GoFundMe campaign aims to aid artist Andy Fish in cancer battle
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to aid Worcester comic book artist and arts educator Andy Fish inhis battle against two different cancers.
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WoMag editor and T&G features editor Victor D. Infante discusses the weeks arts & entertainment news, including visual artist Howard B. Johnson Jr. and the new documentary, "Burnin' Down the House," along with local festivals and faires, and a reflection on the 24th anniverary at the T&G.
WoMag Rundown for Aug. 7, 2026
WoMag editor and T&G fetures editor Victor D. Infante discusses the weeks arts & entertainment news.
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Worcester Magazine editor and Telegram & Gazette features editor Victor D. Infante talks this week's arts & culture news.
Your WoMag Rundown for July 24, 2026
Worcester Magazine editor and Telegram & Gazette features editor Victor D. Infante talks this week's arts & culture news.
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As the new Corner Dive nears opening,, the removal of a local favorite mural and the appearance and removal of a cartoonish figure causes stir.
Now you see it: Vanishing murals raise eyebrows, questions at bar site
As the new Corner Dive newars opening,, the removal of a local favorite mural and the appearance and removal of a cartoonish figure causes stir.
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I'm off today (driving down to NYC shortly for GonzoFest 2026: New York City !) but I filled in writing the Worcester Telegram & Gazette's "T&G This Week." That's right, it's a Worcester Magazine takeover! Enjoy! www.telegram.com/story/nlette...
T&G This Week: It's a WoMag takeover!
WoMag editor Victor D. Infante discusses the search for stories that might go untold, and the search for humanity in the face of history unfolding.
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While Meg Trogolo was off, editor Victor D. Infante filled-in writing this week's Listen Up column: A retro New England Summer Playlist with a few new and old favorites!
Sapling, Fanta Vibez, Eddie Japan and more make summer playlist sizzle
Victor D. Infante shares a few favorite songs from regional musicians for you to add to your summer playlist.
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ARE YOU READY TO RAMBLE!?!?!? Once again, Worcester Magazine editor Victor D. Infante goes on a long digression on his way toward discussing this week's arts, entertainment and culture news!
Your WoMag Rundown for July 10, 2026
Your WoMag Rundown for July 10, 2026
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I've been enjoying just shooting short little videos of people at Out to Lunch Wednesdays on the Worcester Common. Today, I had a nice little chat with Victoria Mariano (although I seem to have clipped the beginning a smidge. Sigh.)
Worcester BID program director Victoria Mariano recaps the July 8 Out to Lunch Festival & Farmers Market, which featured music by the Brown Eyed Women.
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An open letter to all the authors who publish on small presses, regarding the seemingly endless stream of SPAM emails offering to help market your book ,,,
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An open letter to all the authors who publish on small presses, regarding the seemingly endless stream of SPAM emails offering to help market your book:I have received many of these, including some that purported to be from very real literary agencies, one that allegedly came from @thegillianflynn, and now, one that claims to be from @reesewitherspoon herself, claiming that I'm going to be read by @reesesbookclub.All of these, obviously are scams. In this video, I talk about my experience with these emails, and the tell-tale signs that Reese Witherspoon is not emailing you personally. (The first being, do you REALLY believe Reese Witherspoon is emailing you? I mean, REALLY believe?!?!" But, hey! If any book clubs REALLY want to read either "Suffer For This" or "Feels Like Failure, Every Time," then hit me up! But the scammers can all go away now. For real.View all comments
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An open letter to all the authors who publish on small presses, regarding the seemingly endless stream of SPAM emails offering to help market your book ,,,
therealvictorinfante on Instagram: "An open letter to all the authors who publish on small presses, regarding the seemingly endless stream of SPAM emails offering to h…"
An open letter to all the authors who publish on small presses, regarding the seemingly endless stream of SPAM emails offering to help market your book:I have received many of these, including some that purported to be from very real literary agencies, one that allegedly came from @thegillianflynn, and now, one that claims to be from @reesewitherspoon herself, claiming that I'm going to be read by @reesesbookclub.All of these, obviously are scams. In this video, I talk about my experience with these emails, and the tell-tale signs that Reese Witherspoon is not emailing you personally. (The first being, do you REALLY believe Reese Witherspoon is emailing you? I mean, REALLY believe?!?!" But, hey! If any book clubs REALLY want to read either "Suffer For This" or "Feels Like Failure, Every Time," then hit me up! But the scammers can all go away now. For real.View all comments
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"Fans of AMC’s rock ‘n’ roll horror-drama series 'The Vampire Lestat' (titled “Interview With the Vampire" for its first two seasons) were treated with one of Worcester’s favorite pastimes: People arguing on camera about how 'Worcester' is pronounced." #AMC #VampireLestat #Worcester
Pronunciation with the vampire: Teaching Lestat to say 'Worcester'
In the most recent episode of "The Vampire Lestat," characters Lestat and Daniel argue over how to pronounce, "Worcester." It's a familiar argument.
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Thank you to Matt Baskin of GBH, Rachel Gow of the Telegram & Gazette, Brad Kane of the Worcester Business Journal and Dave Nordman of the Worcester Guardian, and our excellent moderator, former T&G business reporter Lisa Eckelbecker, for an amazing "How Journalism Works" panel at the library.
“I think Joyce’s writing is pretty close to poetry,” says Steele, in a recent phone conversation. “It’s so many things,” he says noting that it’s “hilarious and fun,” and that it “opens up life” in a way that prose doesn’t normally accomplish.
Ramble on: Worcester poets and lit lovers celebrate Joyce on Bloomsday
The Worcester County Poetry Association has been celebrating "Bloomsday" since 1997. WCPA board member Robert Steele discusses why the event endures.
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Tonight! Last minute reading in Richmond, Virginia!
The Battle Burgers at Polar Park (See my article from last week. I'll link in the comments.) has made the USA Today Network's regional roundup of great burgers!
Best burger restaurant in New England? 7 gems worth the road trip
From fast food joints to steakhouses, just about every style of restaurant serves up the American classic, but that doesn't mean they do it justice.
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"If you have lived in New England for any significant amount of time, it is likely that you are familiar with this story. Even as the Sox went on to eventually break the Curse of the Bambino and win a World Series or four, Buckner’s shadow haunts the team."
Bill Buckner, Jack McCarthy and the modern era's 'Casey at the Bat'
After this year's National Baseball Poetry Festival, WoMag editor Victor D. Infante posits that a Jack McCarthy poem is the modern "Casey at the Bat."
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The so-called “Battle Burger” at Polar Park is a bit intimidating: Each one specifically crafted to celebrate whatever visiting team the Worcester Red Sox are facing, they appear, at first glance, to be massive. Take, for example, “The Salt City,” inspired by the Syracuse Mets.
Looking for a great burger? Try the 'Battle Burgers' at Polar Park
The so-called “Battle Burger” at Polar Park is a unique and tasty burger that is customized to celebrate each visiting baseball team.
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Great story by Meg Trogolo today on WorcesterMag.com, and in tomorrow's Telegram, & Gazette! “It's going to be a collective of really cool artists in a really cool place doing really cool tattoos, and I'm pumped about it,” said organizer and tattoo artist Zafera Kambouris.
It grows on you: Botanical Tattoo Weekend set for Tower Hill
The New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill will host its first Botanical Tattoo Weekend since 2019.
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So, yesterday I was listening to the livestream of @vornietom.bsky.social and @izball.bsky.social talk about their forthcoming film, "The Greatest Treasure in the World." At one point, the discussion turned toward Hemet, CA, and a poetry reading I did there that was traumatizing for everyone.
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So, by some odd circumstances, I'm going to be on a panel for this May 9 at The White Room, moderated by Karen Elizabeth Sharpe. Should be fun!
National Baseball Poetry Festival on deck at Polar Park
The National Baseball Poetry Festival returns to Worcester from May 7 to 10 for its fourth year.
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Every once in a while, I get asked where people can read more of my poetry, fiction or whatever. Here are some great places to start!
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Last week was a little hectic, but I made it to the grand-opening of Creative Hub Worcester and to see @altonbrown.bsky.social speak at the Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts. Here's a bit on both!
Busy weekend: Creative Hub Worcester opens, Alton Brown speaks at Hanover
In this week's Worcesteria, we attend the grand opening of Creative Hub Worcester on Ionic Avenue, and see Alton Brown speak at the Hanover Theatre.
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"The first Nationals I attended was in Portland, Oregon, in 1996, and it began a series of events that would lead me to fall in love with a Worcester poet, and eventually fall in love with the city that I relocated to for her."
'Literally' going live: A poetry slam remembrance
WoMag editor Victor D. Infante had never heard of Worcester when he met the 1996 Worcester Poetry Slam Team in Oregon. Then he fell in love with a poet and a city.
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