Ellington

Tonight, Sunni Patterson headlines Souls of Conscious Mind from 7 p.m.-3 a.m. at Soul Wired Cafe (111 Millsaps Ave.) Other poets include Teruko Nelson and Poet Williams. Enjoy music from Cheryl "Ms. Songbird," DJ Cannon and others. Refreshments are available. Call for table reservations. $20 at the door; call 601-863-6378; email [email protected].

On Saturday, a Garden Bird Sale with handcrafted ceramic birds at discounted prices is at 9 a.m. at Wolfe Studio (4308 Old Canton Road). Free; call 601-366-1844. DJ Young Venom, DJ KoolLaid, Spacewolf, Slimm Pusha and 5th Child perform at 9 p.m. at Hal & Mal's (200 Commerce St.). Vote by texting BACKSPIN to 839863 through June 30. Free; call 948-0888; email [email protected]; djyoungvenom.com.

On Sunday, the Official 2013 All White Party is 8 p.m.-2 a.m. at the King Edward Hotel (235 W. Capitol St.). Thomas by Design hosts the social with DJ Finesse spinning hits. Attire is white; award gives for best outfit. $15 in advance, $20 at the door; call 601-506-7545.