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Tale of Two Waters - Introduction

Nicole Wines introduces the Raíces Folkloric Ensemble Production "Tale of Two Waters" at the Elizabeth Public Library.

Tags: Cuban music, cultural preservation, Edward LaPorté, Elizabeth, folkloric music, forces of nature, Francisco G. Gómez, heritage, Jaime Hernández, Nicole Wines, NJ, Orishas, Raíces Cultural Center, Raíces Folkloric Ensemble, roots music, Tale of Two Waters

The Keeper of the Crossroads

A representation of Eleguá, the keeper of the crossroads, by the Raíces Folkloric Ensemble.

Tags: batá, Cuban music, cultural preservation, dance, Edward LaPorté, Eleguá, Elizabeth, folkloric music, forces of nature, Francisco G. Gómez, heritage, Jaime Hernández, Nicole Wines, NJ, Orishas, Raíces Cultural Center, Raíces Folkloric Ensemble, roots music, Tale of Two Waters

Eleguá is known for his childlike nature, which explains his love for candy and for playing tricks. Raíces Folkloric Ensemble member Nicole Wines hands out candy as Eleguá during the presentation of "Tale of Two Waters".

Tags: Cuban music, cultural preservation, dance, Eleguá, Elizabeth, folkloric music, forces of nature, heritage, Nicole Wines, NJ, Orishas, Raíces Cultural Center, Raíces Folkloric Ensemble, roots music, Tale of Two Waters

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Tale of Two Waters - Introduction

The Keeper of the Crossroads

The Trickster