Spring break is over and we have stories.

In this episode of The Montclair Pod, Farnoosh and Mike recap their very different getaways. From delayed flights and unforgettable meals in Los Angeles to a low-key beach escape in Miami, it is a tale of two trips and a reminder that sometimes the best part of traveling is coming home.

Then, we shift gears and head into town for a spring shopping adventure with The Montclairnista, Wendy Tiburcio. We explore local boutiques, standout finds, and what makes Montclair’s retail scene feel so personal.

Plus, we go inside the booming resale economy with the founders of Jersey Girl Thrift, a sold-out clothing swap that is turning secondhand shopping into a full-on community experience.

And in local news, Mikie Sherrill is officially leaving Montclair for the governor’s residence at Drumthwacket. What it means, what comes next, and what voters need to know ahead of the upcoming special election.

In This Episode

Spring Break Recap

Farnoosh shares highlights from a family trip to Los Angeles, including standout meals, theme park takeaways, and the reality of navigating LA traffic.

Mike breaks down his Miami Beach escape, from the Fontainebleau experience to great food and a much-needed reset.

Shopping Montclair with The Montclairnista

A walk through downtown Montclair with Wendy Tiburcio, aka The Montclairnista, spotlighting local shops, spring trends, and why shopping small still delivers a different kind of joy.

The Rise of Thrifting

Inside Jersey Girl Thrift, a fast-growing clothing swap redefining how people shop, save, and connect.

Why resale is booming and what it says about how people want to spend today.

Ask an Agent

Sponsored by Karin Diana of Compass Real Estate.

What real estate agents actually do day to day and how Montclair’s housing market compares to national trends.

Local News

Mikie Sherrill prepares to move to Drumthwacket in Princeton
Special election for New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District is underway, with early voting now open
A proposed World Cup sales tax hike could impact dining, hotels, and transportation across the state

One Big Thing

Farnoosh and Mike preview their next Supper with the Superintendent featuring Montclair Schools leader Ruth B. Turner at Mesob Ethiopian restaurant.

Links & Resources

Download our free guide to shopping small in Montclair
Learn more about Jersey Girl Thrift and upcoming events
Follow The Montclairnista on Instagram
Connect with sponsor and real estate agent Karin Diana of Compass
Early voting details for NJ’s 11th Congressional District election
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