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DIM SUM GO GO The Chinese yuppie – or “Chuppie” – lifestyle is explored in the new novel “The People’s Republic of Desire” (HarperCollins), which follows four young women as they establish themselves in Beijing’s Westernized professional class. Author Annie Wang gives a reading. Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes and Noble, 4 Astor Place, between Broadway and Lafayette Street, 212-420-1322, free.
HIGH SCHOOL TIMES Rachel Sherman reads from her debut collection of short stories, “The First Hurt: Stories” (Open City), which follows a young woman through the wonders and horrors of high school. Tonight, 7:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 396 Sixth Ave. at 8th Street, 212-674-8780, free.
