Jews in Metro Detroit and across the world this week are ushering in the year 5786.

The Jewish New Year, or Rosh Hashana, began at sunset on Monday. It concludes after nightfall on Wednesday.

In the Judaic faith, the holiday celebrates the birthday of the universe and the day God created Adam and Eve. It also marks the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days, which continue through Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Yom Kippur ends at nightfall on Oct. 2.

To mark the time, synagogues and groups across the region are planning activities, gatherings and other events tied to the season.

The Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue in Detroit held several services, including one for families at William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor on Tuesday.

On Sunday, the Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Communi

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