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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Notes From Chris” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22136 of the collection, and the 53rd best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Notes From Chris” meme mean?
This meme embodies New York absurdity and dark humor. It conveys a false urgency regarding ridiculous or mysterious situations. The emotion evoked is curiosity mixed with amusement at the intentional nonsense of the public invitations.
Where does the “Notes From Chris” meme come from?
The project was initiated by New York comedian Todd Lamb in 2008. He created the fictional character 'Chris' to post anonymous notes in New York. These posters, written in all caps with many typos, invited people to return or perform absurd tasks like contesting a library fine. The first note was reportedly placed at a bus stop in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Lamb documented his actions on his personal website. The project gained visibility when it was featured on the blog Rolling on Dubs on February 20, 2009. Australian imitations signed 'Craig', appearing in Melbourne, amplified its fame. A Something Awful thread mentioned them on March 4, 2009, followed by Neatorama and TIME. The blog Zoomdoggle established on March 9, 2009, that they copied Lamb's work.
- 2008Todd Lamb begins pasting the first anonymous posters in New York.
- February 20, 2009The project is featured on the blog Rolling on Dubs.
- March 4, 2009A Something Awful thread mentions the Australian imitations signed Craig.
- March 9, 2009The blog Zoomdoggle establishes that the Australian copies replicate Lamb's idea.
How to use the “Notes From Chris” meme
- Use this poster to illustrate a ridiculous or bureaucratic administrative request in an online conversation.
- Share the image to highlight the absurdity of a daily situation where you are waiting for something incomprehensible.
- Reference the concept to describe a humorous invitation to an event without a precise purpose or apparent logic.
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The “Notes From Chris” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22136 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 64/100 · #53 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Notes From Chris” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Notes From Chris comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Notes From Chris?
It is an absurdist urban art project created by Todd Lamb in 2008. Anonymous posters inviting passersby to return for silly reasons are pasted in public spaces.
Who is Chris Notes From Chris?
Chris is a fictional character created by comedian Todd Lamb. He signs the absurd notes pasted in New York since 2008.
Notes From Chris origin?
The meme comes from New York and was launched by Todd Lamb in 2008. It later inspired Australian imitations signed Craig.
Is Notes From Chris real?
Yes, it is a real art project initiated by Todd Lamb. The posters were physically pasted in New York and photographed by the author.
How do I get the Notes From Chris meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Notes From Chris” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Notes From Chris card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Notes From Chris | Know Your Meme · [Image - 101437] | Notes From Chris | Know Your Meme · Anonymous Urban Art · checked on October 16, 2026.
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