Enfield Commemorates 15th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks: PHOTOS

ENFIELD, CT — Enfield marked the 15th anniversary Sunday of the horrendous terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001.

The Enfield Fire Department hosted its annual remembrance ceremony, beginning with a procession from Porter & Chester Institute to the Weymouth Road fire station. Riley's School of Dance led the way, carrying a large American flag, followed by a plethora of firefighters, military and EMS personnel.

Guest speakers included Col. Frederick Miclon, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, Enfield Mayor Scott Kaupin and Enfield Fire Chief Ed Richards.

The Springfield Kiltie bagpipe band performed "Amazing Grace" and a medley of patriotic tunes, while a teenage dancer from Riley's laid the traditional ceremonial wreath at the entrance to the Memorial Garden.

Earlier Sunday afternoon, Parkway Pavilion held a ceremony in its lobby on Enfield Street, unveiling a collage of 2,977 butterflies. Each had been colored by a resident, friend or volunteer, and the number signified the total number of lives taken on that fateful day.

Photo credits: Tim Jensen, Marie Pyznar