At Klekolo World Coffee, live music, local art, and great coffee come together in an intimate space shaped by community and creativity.
If you’re looking for live music in Middletown CT or a coffee shop that brings together art and music, this is where it happens.
This May, new art arrives on the walls and live music returns every Tuesday night.
As spring settles in here in Middletown, we welcome a new featured artist alongside another month of Klekolo Sessions—our small-room live music series.
Stop in and discover something new.
A glimpse of the work now arriving at Klekolo World Coffee by Opal & Ember Studio
🎨 Featured Artist — May 2026
Opal & Ember Studio — Katie Leigh
This May, we welcome Katie Leigh of Opal & Ember Studio to the walls of Klekolo World Coffee.
Katie creates striking, three-dimensional geode and crystal-inspired wall art.
Her work blends natural minerals, layered textures, and resin finishes that catch the light and shift as you move through the space.
Each piece feels sculptural and tactile—crystals, metallic inks, and flowing patterns coming together in work that feels both organic and luminous.
Based in Connecticut, Katie incorporates genuine minerals such as amethyst, smoky quartz, obsidian, flower agate, and rose quartz. Many pieces are finished with a high-gloss resin that adds depth and a glass-like shine.
We’re sharing a glimpse here, but the real experience is seeing the work in person—on the walls at Klekolo.
Stop in throughout May to experience the exhibit.
Follow Opal & Ember Studio:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/OpalAndEmberStudio
📍 On View Through May
Klekolo World Coffee
181 Court Street
Middletown, Connecticut
🎵 Klekolo Sessions — Live Music Tuesdays
Looking for live music in Middletown CT during the week?
Klekolo Sessions happens every Tuesday evening at Klekolo World Coffee.
This is our small-room music series where artists and listeners connect up close—no stage distance, no noise, just music and presence.
Great coffee. Real music. A relaxed evening in the heart of Middletown.
May 5 — Mary Stefano
Mary Stefano opens May with a warm and varied set of piano-driven music.
A Connecticut-based singer-songwriter, Mary blends soul, pop, and classical influences. Her performances move easily between original songs and thoughtful covers — from Billy Joel’s Vienna to Billie Eilish’s What Was I Made For? and even Beethoven’s Für Elise.
Expect a gentle, expressive evening to start the month.
Follow Mary:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacon_sizzler/
May 12 — Shanti HInkin Live Music
Shanti brings an acoustic sound shaped by folk and alternative influences.
Her songwriting blends sentimental moments with sharp wit, and her performances carry a raw emotional honesty. This marks one of her debut solo performances — a must-hear evening in an intimate setting.
Follow Shanti:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shantihinkin/
May 19 — Arun Ranganathan (ArunThrifty)
We’re excited to welcome Arun Ranganathan, performing as ArunThrifty, for a unique sonic evening at Klekolo.
A producer and curator with over two decades of experience, Arun blends hip-hop, jazz, downtempo, and global influences into seamless, vibe-driven sets. His music creates a warm, atmospheric sound that fits perfectly in a coffeehouse setting.
Arun has performed internationally and brings a world-spanning musical perspective to this intimate Tuesday night.
Learn more:
https://djthrift.com/
May 26 — Robi Polgar Live Music
To close out the month, Robi Polgar brings sharp songwriting, rich harmonies, and rootsy reinvention.
A recent transplant from Austin, Texas to Glastonbury, Connecticut, Robi brings decades of stage experience and a deep catalog of originals and covers. His sound blends British Invasion, post-punk, and classic American rock influences.
Think Elvis Costello meets Tom Petty in a smoky café.
Think The Clash colliding with Paul Simon — acoustic and intimate.
Robi is a storyteller, a musician’s musician, and a believer in the power of art to bring people together.
Learn more:
robipolgar.com/music.html
☕ Visit Klekolo World Coffee
Coffee. Community. Live music up close.
📍 Tuesdays 7–9 PM
Klekolo World Coffee
181 Court Street
Middletown, Connecticut
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Klekolo World Coffee?
Klekolo World Coffee is located at 181 Court Street in Middletown, Connecticut.
What time does live music start?
Klekolo Sessions runs every Tuesday from 7–9 PM.
How can I exhibit my art at Klekolo?
We regularly feature Connecticut-based artists. Reach out to learn about upcoming opportunities.
📧 Klekolo@gmail.com
Can I perform at Klekolo?
Yes—Klekolo Sessions welcomes musicians suited to an intimate coffeehouse setting.
📧 Klekolo@gmail.com