These are some of the common emblems of Lunar New Year, a celebration believed to have originated some 3,000 years ago, which marks the beginning of a new year in the Chinese calendar. The holiday (also known as Spring Festival in China) this year takes place on January 29 and is celebrated across the world,

While many in Michigan have celebrated New Year's — and maybe even already have given up on their resolutions — a number of communities throughout the state are getting ready to ring in the Lunar New Year later this month.