after a long time; for the first time in a while
Used when something happens again after a long interval. Often carries a nuance of pleasant surprise or nostalgia.
I met a friend for the first time in a while.
I went to see a movie after a long time.
Alternate kanji spelling using 振り; less common but still seen.
From 久しい (old, long-lasting) + ぶり (after an interval) + adverbial particle に.