I live in the little old community of Fair Oaks, part of the Sacramento area but hilly and still semi-rural, with wildlife and a small-town atmosphere. We have a bridge high over the American River that was built in 1910, now used only for walking. It's a perfect place for sunset and moonrise. For the last 15 years of so, we've had an informal celebration for the rising of every full moon. People gather on the bridge and bring wine and hors d'oeuvres. Somebody always brings song sheets with "Harvest Moon" and "Carolina Moon" and all those old-time moon songs. Nothing ritual or religious, but a wonderful, fun, somewhat silly community gathering that includes everybody who wants to drop in.
I think it's grand.
-Joe-