Hey, I like Access... it just works. Sure it's not the best database, but as an integrated data and analysis tool, it's great. Choose the right tool for the right job... and many times, that's Access.
http://www.utteraccess.com/ - Formerly athree.com. One of the best peer-to-peer Access sites (or any peer to peer support sites) that I've ever found. When in doubt, go there. And GoogleGroups.
http://www.utteraccess.com/links/index.php3 - they've got a good list of access resources and sample access databases too.