Bolita

Bolita, meaning “little ball” in Spanish, refers to a type of lottery game with a colorful history. Popular in Cuba and among some Hispanic communities in Florida, bolita traditionally involved drawing a winning number from a bag filled with small numbered balls. Over time, variations emerged, with some places using guesswork for a two-digit number. Though sometimes operating clandestinely, bolita’s legacy lives on as a reminder of cultural traditions and the allure of chance.